Marolles-Style Herbed Potato Cake

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A crispy, golden potato cake with fresh herbs and caramelized onions, inspired by Brussels' rustic Marolles district. This Belgian-inspired vegetarian recipe, ready in about 40 minutes, layers russet potatoes, yellow onions, all-purpose flour into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. 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: 20 min Cook: 20 min Serves 4 Belgian cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Peel and grate russet potatoes using a box grater, then wrap in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out all excess moisture (this ensures crispiness).
  2. Step 2: In a large bowl, combine grated potatoes, finely chopped onion, 2 tbsp all-purpose flour, 1 tbsp thyme, 1 tbsp parsley, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper; mix until evenly distributed.
  3. Step 3: Heat 1 tbsp butter and 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat until butter foams. Press potato mixture firmly into the skillet to form a compact cake, then cook undisturbed for 8-10 minutes until golden brown and crispy on the bottom.
  4. Step 4: Carefully flip the cake using a large plate and spatula, then cook the other side for 8-10 minutes until golden brown. While cooking, melt remaining 2 tbsp butter in a small saucepan over low heat, add herbs, and infuse for 1 minute.
  5. Step 5: Drizzle herb butter over the potato cake just before serving to enhance flavor and aroma.

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