Rösti Bern style (Thermomix® Cutter, using modes)

Ingredients

• 1100 g waxy potato (peeled, whole or cut in pieces (4 x 4 cm) to fit through feeder tube)
• 15 g extra virgin olive oil
• 150 g diced bacon
• 60 g clarified butter (unsalted)
• 1 tsp sea salt
• 1 tsp ground black pepper

Steps

1. 1

   Insert the Thermomix® Cutter drive shaft and place the Cutter basket into the mixing bowl.

2. 2

   Insert the cutting disc with the grating side (side 2) facing up.

3. 3

   Place the Cutter lid on the mixing bowl and grate the 1100 g of peeled waxy potatoes using the Grating mode (Thick).

4. 4

   Remove the Cutter and set the grated potatoes aside.

5. 5

   Place 15 g extra virgin olive oil and 150 g diced bacon in a large non-stick frying pan (approx. 28 cm) and sauté over medium heat until the bacon is crispy.

6. 6

   Add the grated potatoes, 1 tsp sea salt, and 1 tsp ground black pepper to the pan with the bacon.

7. 7

   Stir well and sauté for about 5-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until the potatoes begin to soften.

8. 8

   Press the potato mixture down firmly with a spatula to form a flat cake.

9. 9

   Add 30 g of clarified butter around the edges of the pan, allowing it to melt and run underneath the potatoes.

10. 10

    Fry the Rösti over medium heat for about 10-15 minutes until the bottom is golden brown and crispy.

11. 11

    Place a large plate over the pan and carefully flip the Rösti onto the plate.

12. 12

    Add the remaining 30 g of clarified butter to the pan, then slide the Rösti back into the pan to brown the other side for another 10 minutes.

13. 13

    Serve hot, cut into wedges.

Notes

Variations: You can omit the bacon for a vegetarian version. Ensure the potatoes are waxy to help the Rösti hold its shape during flipping.

Nutrition per serving

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