Potato Rosti with Smoked Salmon

Posted in European Recipes, Comfort Food
Potato Rosti with Smoked Salmon
Potato Rosti with Smoked Salmon makes a crisp, elegant bite for brunch, holidays, or appetizers. The rosti are simple grated-potato cakes cooked until golden, then topped with sour cream, ribbons of smoked salmon, fresh dill, and cracked black pepper.

Ingredients

  • 3 medium red Delight potatoes, peeled and coarsely grated
  • 1 egg, lightly whisked
  • 2 tablespoons plain flour
  • 20g butter, melted
  • Salt and pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Sour cream, to serve
  • Smoked salmon, sliced, to serve
  • Fresh dill, chopped, to serve

Instructions

  1. Drain the Potatoes: Place the peeled and grated potato in a colander and squeeze out as much moisture as possible.

  2. Mix the Rosti Batter: Transfer the drained potato to a large bowl. Add the egg, flour, and melted butter. Season with salt and pepper and mix until combined.

  3. Cook the Rosti: Heat the olive oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat. Add heaped tablespoonfuls of the potato mixture and flatten slightly with an egg lifter or spatula. Cook for 1-2 minutes on each side, or until crisp and golden.

  4. Drain and Repeat: Transfer the cooked rosti to paper towels to drain. Repeat with the remaining potato mixture and allow the rosti to cool slightly.

  5. Top and Serve: Top each rosti with a dollop of sour cream, sliced smoked salmon, chopped fresh dill, and cracked black pepper.

Crisp Brunch Bites

These little potato rosti feel special once they are topped with sour cream, smoked salmon, and dill. The base should be crisp and golden, with enough structure to hold the toppings without turning heavy.

Tips and Variations

  • Squeeze as much moisture as possible from the grated potato.
  • Keep the rosti small so they crisp before the centers get gummy.
  • Serve as brunch bites, holiday appetizers, or a first course with salad.
  • Swap sour cream for creme fraiche or Greek yogurt.
  • Cook the rosti a little ahead, re-crisp in the oven, then top just before serving.

Nutrition Facts

  • Serving Size: 1 rosti
  • Servings Per Recipe: 20
  • Calories: 85

% Daily Value

  • Total Fat: 5g (6% DV)
  • Saturated Fat: 2g (10% DV)
  • Cholesterol: 25mg (8% DV)
  • Sodium: 180mg (8% DV)
  • Total Carbohydrates: 6g (2% DV)
  • Dietary Fiber: 1g (4% DV)
  • Total Sugars: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Vitamin A: 35mcg (4% DV)
  • Vitamin C: 5mg (6% DV)
  • Calcium: 25mg (2% DV)
  • iron: 0.5mg (3% DV)

Note: The “% Daily Value” (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Nutrition information is an estimate and will vary based on ingredients and preparation.