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Reblochon potato röstis with salad

Reblochon potato röstis with salad are grated potato patties browned in butter and topped with melted reblochon cheese, served with a green salad, for 4 people. It takes 40 minutes and is an easy recipe, costing around €3.10 per person. The key to success is squeezing the grated potatoes well to remove the water before cooking.

Crispy röstis topped with melted reblochon, with a green salad, as simple as that.

Reblochon potato röstis with salad
Total time
40 min
Difficulty
Easy
Cost per person
€3.10
Calories per person
600 kcalcalculated by Kiloach, your weight coach
Season
Fall, Winter
The kids
They generally like it

Reblochon potato röstis with salad combine the crunch of a potato patty browned in butter with the gooeyness of reblochon cheese melted on top under the broiler. It's a hearty, comforting dish typical of mountain cooking, where the contrast between the crispy patty and the creamy cheese is the whole point.

This is a perfect weeknight recipe for fall or winter, when you want something warm and simple without spending hours in the kitchen. Kids generally love the combination of potatoes and melted cheese, and the green salad on the side brings just enough freshness to balance the richness of the dish.

The ingredients

4 people

Fruits and vegetables

  • Potatoes 1 kg
  • Onion 1
  • Green salad 1

Dairy

  • Reblochon cheese 1
  • Butter 40 g

Pantry

  • Vinaigrette 4 tbsp
  • Saltoften in the pantry 1 pinch
  • Pepperoften in the pantry 1 pinch

Allergens Lactose

The step by step recipe

  1. Grate the raw potatoes and onion, then squeeze out the liquid well.

    Don't rinse them, the starch is what holds the röstis together.

  2. Season and shape into patties.

    Pack them firmly with your hands.

  3. Brown them in butter over medium heat. 12 min

    Flip them only once.

  4. Top with slices of reblochon and place under the broiler. 5 min

    Let the cheese melt fully.

  5. Serve with the dressed salad.

    The fresh contrast balances the richness.

Our tips to get it right

  • Use a starchy potato variety like russet, it holds together in a patty better than a waxy one.
  • Let the butter get properly hot before adding the röstis, the patty sticks less and browns more evenly.
  • Shape the patties on the thinner side, the inside cooks through better and the cheese melts faster in the center.

The variations

  • Swap the reblochon for morbier or raclette cheese if you can't find it, the result stays melty and flavorful.
  • Add browned bacon bits on top of the röstis before the cheese for a richer, non vegetarian version.
  • For busy kids, shape smaller individual röstis, they cook faster and are easy to eat with your hands.

What to serve it with

  • Mountain cold cuts as a starter
  • A glass of dry cider
  • Pickles for a tangy touch

Storage

Keep cooked röstis in the fridge in a closed container for up to 2 days. Reheat them in a skillet so they crisp back up, the microwave makes them soggy. Freezing isn't recommended, melted reblochon doesn't thaw well.

Questions about this dish

Can you prepare the röstis ahead of time?

You can grate and squeeze the potatoes a few hours ahead, but shape and cook the patties right before serving. They lose their crunch if they sit too long once cooked.

Which potato works best for röstis?

Pick a starchy variety like russet, it releases starch that helps the patty hold together. A waxy potato tends to fall apart during cooking.

Can you replace reblochon with another cheese?

Yes, morbier or raclette both work well and melt the same way. The flavor will be a bit less mountain style but the dish stays satisfying.

How do you keep the röstis from falling apart while cooking?

Squeeze the grated potatoes well in a kitchen towel to remove the water, then pack the patties firmly with your hands. Flip them only once during cooking so they keep their shape.

How long does it take to make reblochon potato röstis with a side salad?

Count 40 min in total, prep and cooking included. The recipe is rated “easy”.

How many calories are in reblochon potato röstis with a side salad?

About 600 kcal per serving, for a recipe meant for 4 people. Calories are calculated by Kiloach, your weight coach, the app that partners with Mon Chou.

How much does reblochon potato röstis with a side salad cost?

About €3.10 per serving, or €12.40 for 4 people, based on average supermarket prices.

What allergens does this recipe contain?

This recipe contains lactose. Always check the labels of the products you buy.

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