A modern home-style side dishes recipe inspired by the pantry and cooking traditions of Switzerland, using thyme, parsley and familiar everyday ingredients.
Cook or prepare the potatoes until suitable for mashing
Mash and cool slightly
Mix with egg, flour, onion, spice and herbs
Shape into small cakes
Pan-fry until crisp and golden on both sides
Drain briefly and serve warm
The cooking traditions of Switzerland are diverse, so Crisp Potatoes Cakes from Switzerland should be read as a practical contemporary recipe inspired by that culinary setting.
This version emphasizes practical ingredients: leeks, white beans and parsley, supported by thyme for depth.
The recipe uses potatoes, leeks and parsley as recognizable building blocks, with thyme and black pepper providing the main aromatic direction.
The recipe is portioned for a typical shared meal and can be served with potatoes, fresh vegetables or a simple side according to the style of the dish.
The proportions below are standardized for repeatable home cooking. A local cook may prepare a related dish very differently, especially in choice of vegetables, spice intensity and accompaniments.
4 servings