Crisp North-Style Potato Rösti with Smoked Salmon

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-06 · Updated 2026-05-06

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Golden, pan-fried Swiss-style potato rösti topped with silky smoked salmon and a dollop of sour cream for a northern-inspired brunch. This French-inspired recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, combines Russet potatoes, Salt, Black pepper into a breakfast that fuels the morning without the midday crash — make-ahead-friendly and balanced enough to anchor the first meal of the day. Each serving lands at about 480 calories and feeds 2, so it sits comfortably in a weekly breakfast rotation alongside fruit, yogurt, or coffee. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 20 min Serves 2 French cuisine 480 cal/serving

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Ingredients

3 medium, peeled and grated Russet potatoes
1 tsp Salt
1/2 tsp Black pepper
4 tbsp Unsalted butter
6 oz, sliced Smoked salmon
1/2 cup Sour cream
2 tbsp, chopped Fresh dill
4, for serving Lemon wedges

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Instructions

Step 1: Place 3 peeled and grated medium russet potatoes in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out excess moisture thoroughly.
Step 2: Transfer the grated potatoes to a bowl and season with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper, mixing well.
Step 3: Heat 2 tbsp unsalted butter in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat until melted and foaming.
Step 4: Add half of the grated potatoes to the skillet, pressing down firmly with a spatula to form an 8-inch round cake.
Step 5: Cook for 8-10 minutes until the edges are golden brown and crisp.
Step 6: Carefully flip the rösti using a large plate or spatula and cook the other side for 6-8 minutes until golden and cooked through.
Step 7: Transfer to a warm plate and repeat steps 3-6 with the remaining 2 tbsp butter and grated potatoes to make a second rösti.
Step 8: Top each rösti with 3 oz sliced smoked salmon, 1/4 cup sour cream, and sprinkle with 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill.
Step 9: Serve immediately with lemon wedges for squeezing over the top.