Rösti (Röschti) is a Swiss gift to rest of the world. It is a scrummy dish made with Potatoes originally consumed majorly by the farmers of Swiss. But now its popularity has spread its wings not only by whole of Swiss but rest of the world too. Its thereby even considered as Swiss's National dish. This dish is made with grated potatoes cooked in oil ( mostly in a pan) until it gets tightly packed into one mass and golden.

Many variations are added which are mostly the outcome of the regional touches. I have made a basic Rösti which I saw from the internet but instead of using lots of butter/oil used in this classic dish, I have tried to reduce the butter to an reasonable extent and have made it in an Oven instead of a pan. The original taste is not tampered and is more healthy. I don't believe in dieting nor in depriving myself of any food. We live once! Instead I try to minimize the bad stuff out of the meal - or try to catch up with more exercise and this Rösti of course cant be left alone either. Try this version and you wont feel guilty.

Many variations are added which are mostly the outcome of the regional touches. I have made a basic Rösti which I saw from the internet but instead of using lots of butter/oil used in this classic dish, I have tried to reduce the butter to an reasonable extent and have made it in an Oven instead of a pan. The original taste is not tampered and is more healthy. I don't believe in dieting nor in depriving myself of any food. We live once! Instead I try to minimize the bad stuff out of the meal - or try to catch up with more exercise and this Rösti of course cant be left alone either. Try this version and you wont feel guilty.
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  • Yields: Makes 12 Rosti
Ingredients
  • About 1 pound (approx 500 gms) of waxy potatoes
  • 1 onion
  • 2 tbsp melted butter
  • salt and pepper to taste ( or any seasoning/herbs of your choice)
Method
1.

Preheat the Oven to 450F. Peel the potatoes and boil them for about 10min or until tender. Refrigerate overnight. It would be a good idea to use left over boiled potatoes this way, if you are esp among those who have this habit of refrigerating left over boiled potatoes. This cooling process helps in making wonderful rostis. You can of course skip the process and cool the potatoes well and then proceed to step 2 too.

2.

Grate the onion and Potatoes together along with melted butter and seasoning. Mix well.

3.

Take a greased ( I used Pam spray - can use butter too) 12 hole muffin tin and carefully fill it with the potato mixture and press it gently down to the bottom.

4.

Bake this in the oven for about 30 min or until golden. Gently with the help of a palette knife, loosen the rösti around the edges and take it out. Serve warm.

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By Kavee on Jun 30, 2014

I added some dried herbs to the potato mixture and used the rostis as a base topped with garlic sauteed spinach, in a little bit of butter, served with a side mixed bean and green salad dresed with olive oil and balsamic vinegar. This was a fantastic meal... and quick to cook!!!

30 Comments

By Frederick Steinemann on Oct 11, 2016

We in Switzerland mix the graded potatoes with bacon cubes lightly braised with the onions. (if you need it halal or koscher use smoked beef). The bacon is the trademark for a good Swiss Röscht !! For the Specialists the real Swiss Röschti is not made with butter but with pork fat :-)

By Lisa on Jul 14, 2014

These were delicious and simple! I made a batch with just potato, and one with potato, steamed beet, a tbsp of gluten-free all purpose flour, and about 1/4 tsp of finely minced rosemary. Loved them both. Thanks so much! :-D

By susan on Nov 16, 2012

can i make these in IFB microwave convectional oven....i am new to microwave cooking...please let me know.

By Divya Vikram on Mar 7, 2009

I made this today Dhivya. They were too good.

By romaspace on Dec 6, 2008

Looks very tempting. Bookmarked!

By So Simple on Aug 5, 2008

Really impressed with baking the rosti in muffin tins…fabulous when cooking breakfast for a crowd.
Thank you for the idea
Cheers

By zorra on Jul 30, 2008

Cute little Rösti! Wonderful idea to make it in the oven. Well done!

By Vcuisine on Jul 30, 2008

Love to grab some DK. They are so yummy. Viji

By Sunshinemom on Jul 30, 2008

DK, loved the idea of cooking it in a muffin pan. I generally do it as a bigger one in my non stick pan, but I prefer your idea..it is easy to serve too:)

By Laavanya on Jul 29, 2008

Fabulous idea to bake these in a muffin pan DK - they look awesome.

By bhagyashri on Jul 28, 2008

This is a great idea DK! A must try for me now....

By Michele on Jul 27, 2008

What a great idea! I love mini versions of things!

By Aparna on Jul 27, 2008

Another food we love, but then you can't go very wrong with potatoes.:)
Your picture is lovely and making them in a muffin pan is great idea.

By live2cook on Jul 26, 2008

Awesome Rosti! Making in a muffin pan will save time when you plan to serve for brunch to a bunch of friends :)

By Arundathi on Jul 25, 2008

brilliant, dk! :D one more use for my muffin pan! thanks!

By JZ @ Tasty treats on Jul 25, 2008

oh wow, it looks terrific Dhivya!! bookmarked!! :-) drool-worthy pics!

By Pavani on Jul 25, 2008

Those look golden and delicious.. Baking makes them quicker and healthier. Have a great weekend..

By Meeta on Jul 25, 2008

röstis is a german specialty and i often make it for soeren. i love your idea of making it in a muffin pan!

By Illatharasi on Jul 25, 2008

Awesome recipe... they look great:)

By sunita on Jul 25, 2008

I love to make my rostiis in the oven too...but the muffin tray is one great idea...thanks :-)

By notyet100 on Jul 25, 2008

amzin,..looks so yummy,,,nd great click

By Priti on Jul 25, 2008

Wow..so simple recipe..final product look so gud...

By Srivalli on Jul 24, 2008

those look yummy...and ready to be devoured!

By Nags on Jul 24, 2008

thats a lovely idea DK. will surely try it once i get hold of that oven! bookmarked :)

By bhags on Jul 24, 2008

Intelligent use of a muffin pan DK....need to give them a try

By Divya Vikram on Jul 24, 2008

Unique idea Dhiv..Looks like cute lil cutlets..Am looking for low fat recipes nowadays..will be making this for sure..

By delhibelle on Jul 24, 2008

Neat Idea, D!

By bee on Jul 24, 2008

rosti in a muffin pan is simply brilliant. lazy me will even line the pan.

By Madhuram on Jul 24, 2008

That's a neat idea of baking it in a muffin tin DK. I came to know about rostis from Sunita's blog. She had used a combo of coriander and potatoes and no fat at all and baked in a baking sheet. I added zucchinis too. I'll try your method very soon.

By Siri on Jul 24, 2008

Wowy. Rosti in a muffin pan.. thats a smart idea Dhivs..:) they look delish..! I posted too just a couple of mins ago for JFI and Valli's Curry Mela..:D

Hugs,
Siri