Rustic Swiss Rösti with Raclette Cheese and Ham
A Delightfully Cheesy and Savory Swiss Delight
A classic Swiss dish made with crispy potatoes, melted Raclette cheese, and savory ham, perfect for a hearty meal.
- 1 h 30 min
- 4
- Intermediate
Ingredients
For the Rösti
For the Raclette Topping
For Garnishing
Preparation
Preparing the Rösti
Grate Potatoes
Grate the potatoes and place them in a bowl of cold water for 10 minutes to remove excess starch.
Drain Potatoes
Drain and squeeze out the water using a clean towel.
Mix Ingredients
Mix the grated potatoes with salt, pepper, and flour.
Assembling the Rösti
Heat Butter
Heat the butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
Shape Patties
Divide the potato mixture into four portions and shape into patties.
Cook Rösti
Cook each rösti for about 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
Ensure potatoes are thoroughly dried before mixing to avoid a soggy texture. Pro Tip: Let rösti cool for a minute before flipping to keep it intact.
Cooking Process
Rösti Cooking
Heat the skillet and cook the rösti until golden and crispy.
Cheese Melting
Place sliced Raclette over hot rösti until it begins to melt.
Layering
Add sliced ham between rösti and cheese for a savory bite.
Plating & Serving
Rustic Swiss Rösti with Raclette Cheese and Ham
Rustic Swiss Rösti with Raclette Cheese and Ham
Plating & Serving
Arrange rösti on individual plates, topped with melting Raclette cheese and ham. Scatter chives and parsley for a fresh finish.