Potato Rosti
by Tarla Dalal
An international bestseller, the Potato Rosti is a pleasantly-flavoured, almost soothing dish of potatoes cooked in butter with onions, green chillies and cheese. The specialty of the rosti lies in the way it is cooked – as a whole layer, somewhat like a pancake.
This gives the Potato Rosti a unique texture, which is slightly crisp outside and quite succulent inside. This is what gives you a warm and comfortable feeling when you bite into it.
Here is an interesting way of cooking the Potato Rosti – in the microwave oven. It is easy and convenient and also slightly faster than cooking on a frying pan. However, make sure you serve it immediately before it becomes dry.
Potato Rosti recipe - How to make Potato Rosti
Preparation Time: Cooking Time: Total Time:
Makes 2 servings
2 cups par-boiled , peeled and grated potatoes
1 tbsp butter
1/2 cup finely chopped onions
salt and to taste
1 tsp finely chopped green chillies
1/2 cup grated processed cheese
- Method
- Put the butter in a microwave-safe dish and microwave on high for 10 seconds.
- Add the onions and microwave on high for 2 minutes, while stirring once after 1 minute.
- Spread the potatoes evenly over the onions, sprinkle the salt, pepper, green chillies and cheese evenly over it and microwave on high for 5 minutes.
- Turn the potato mixture upside down and again microwave on high for 5 minutes.
- Loosen the edges with a sharp knife and cut into equal wedges.
- Serve immediately.
| Energy | 223 cal |
| Protein | 6.8 g |
| Carbohydrates | 26.6 g |
| Fiber | 1.8 g |
| Fat | 10 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
| Vitamin A | 269.6 mcg |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.1 mg |
| Vitamin B2 | 0 mg |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.3 mg |
| Vitamin C | 20 mg |
| Folic Acid | 18.3 mcg |
| Calcium | 183.1 mg |
| Iron | 1.1 mg |
| Magnesium | 0 mg |
| Phosphorus | 0 mg |
| Sodium | 61.4 mg |
| Potassium | 280.6 mg |
| Zinc | 0.6 mg |
Making potato rosti in a microwave is something new that i came across. It was ready in no time. Though it was no so crispy, the texture and flavour was amazing. Loved it.