This hefty rösti dish was inspired by one servered in one of Bettmeralp's restaurants. It should fill not only a farmer's appetite, but also one of a hungry hiker after a long day of walking. Rösti are simply potato pancakes, but this one is served with onions, bacon, an egg and loads of cheese. The Swiss cheese I used melted beautifully with the egg.
You'll need:
2-3 coarsely grated potatoes (can be bought ready in Swiss supermarkets, ready with potato flour and already salted)
one red onion
a handful of bacon cut into cubes
one egg
cheese (I used mild Swiss Vacherin Friboureois)
sweet paprika
nutmeg
1. Slice the onion and fryit over low heat, adding a bit of water once it starts to take colour. Once soft, add the bacon cubes to the onion and fry for a few more minutes until crispy.
2. Transfer grated potatoes into a separate, small pan and fry the potato pancake pressing the potatoes to the pan in the process. Season with some nutmeg (best freshly grated) and sweet paprika. Once it turns golden brown (it will be visible on the edges), turn to the other side with the help of the pan cover.
3. Once nearly ready (depending on the potato pancake thickness, it should take around 12-15 miuntes for both sides), sprinkle the onion and bacon on top of the pancake and then add grated cheese and an egg in the middle. Cover the pan with a lid and continue frying for another two minutes, et voila! You can add some greenery for decoration and transfer carefully into a plate or eat straight from the pan.
En Guetä!
(Buon appetito!)
