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Zucchini Rosti

17/11/2023

Zucchini Rosti is a vegetable variant of the more classic potato rosti, typical of Swiss cuisine. In this Italian version of the dish, zucchini become the star. It is a very simple and tasty recipe, perfect as a side dish or a light single course.

Ingredients

  • 4 medium zucchinis
  • 1 large potato (optional, gives more consistency)
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 tablespoons of flour (or rice flour for a gluten-free version)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Nutmeg to taste (optional)
  • Extra virgin olive oil or butter for greasing the pan
  • Grated Parmesan or pecorino cheese (optional, to add an Italian touch)

Preparation

  1. Wash the zucchinis, dry them and grate them with a coarse grater. If you decide to use the potato, peel it and grate it as well.
  2. Put the zucchini (and the potato, if used) in a colander, sprinkle with a little salt, and let them lose their liquid for about 15-20 minutes.
  3. Squeeze the zucchini (and the potato) firmly to get rid of the excess water. This step is important to have a crispy rosti.
  4. In a bowl, beat the eggs and add the well-drained grated zucchinis, flour, a pinch of salt, pepper, and nutmeg to taste. If you like, you can also add some grated Parmesan or pecorino to enrich the flavor.
  5. Mix everything until you have a homogeneous mixture.
  6. Heat a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil or a piece of butter in a non-stick pan. When it is hot, pour the mixture, forming an even layer, like a large omelet.
  7. Cook the rosti over medium-low heat for about 5-7 minutes per side, or until you get a golden and crispy crust.
  8. When ready, flip it over with the help of a plate or a lid and cook the other side.

Curiosity

The traditional rosti is a national dish of Switzerland that was originally eaten for breakfast by farmers in some German-speaking areas of Switzerland. The basic version is made only with potatoes, but over time, many variants have been developed, including the one with zucchini that lends itself well to variations and additions, such as the proposed one with a touch of grated Italian cheese.