Preparation Time: 10 minutes

Cooking time: 15 minutes

Servings: 2

INGREDIENTS:

• ½ pound russet potatoes, peeled and grated roughly
• 1 tablespoon chives, chopped finely
• 2 tablespoons shallots, minced
• 1/8 cup cheddar cheese
• 3.5 ounces smoked salmon, cut into slices
• 2 tablespoons sour cream
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• Salt and black pepper, to taste

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Preheat the Air fryer to 365°F and grease a pizza pan with the olive oil.
2. In a large bowl, mix together the grated potatoes, minced shallots, chopped chives, cheddar cheese, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
3. Transfer the potato mixture into the prepared pizza pan and evenly spread it out to form a round shape. Press the mixture down gently.
4. Place the pizza pan in the Air fryer basket.
5. Cook the potato rosti at 365°F for about 15 minutes or until the edges are golden brown and crispy.
6. Once cooked, carefully remove the pizza pan from the Air fryer and transfer the potato rosti to a serving platter.
7. Cut the potato rosti into wedges or slices.
8. Arrange the smoked salmon slices on top of the potato rosti.
9. Dollop spoonfuls of sour cream over the smoked salmon.
10. Garnish with additional chopped chives if desired.
11. Serve the potato rosti with smoked salmon and sour cream immediately.

NUTRITION:

• Calories: 327
• Fat: 20.2g
• Carbohydrates: 23.3g
• Sugar: 2.8g
• Protein: 15.3g
• Sodium: 316mg

Here are some variations you can try for the potato rosti with smoked salmon and sour cream:

1. Herb-infused Rosti: Add chopped fresh herbs such as parsley, dill, or thyme to the potato mixture before cooking. This will add a delightful herbal flavor to the rosti.
2. Cheesy Rosti: Experiment with different types of cheeses like Swiss, Gruyere, or feta. Mix the cheese into the potato mixture for a gooey and flavorful variation.
3. Vegetable Medley Rosti: Incorporate other grated vegetables such as zucchini, carrots, or sweet potatoes into the potato mixture for added color and nutrition.
4. Spicy Kick Rosti: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce to the potato mixture to give your rosti a spicy kick.
5. Smoked Trout Rosti: Replace the smoked salmon with smoked trout for a slightly different flavor profile. You can also try other smoked fish options like mackerel or haddock.
6. Creamy Avocado Rosti: Instead of sour cream, top your rosti with slices of creamy avocado. Sprinkle with a little lime juice and salt to enhance the flavors.
7. Mushroom and Onion Rosti: Sauté sliced mushrooms and onions until caramelized, and then layer them over the potato mixture before cooking.
8. Caprese Rosti: Top the cooked rosti with slices of fresh tomato, mozzarella cheese, and basil leaves for a Mediterranean twist.
9. Greek-inspired Rosti: Combine diced olives, crumbled feta cheese, and chopped sun-dried tomatoes in the potato mixture. Top with a dollop of Greek yogurt.
10. Breakfast Rosti: Add cooked and crumbled breakfast sausage or diced cooked bacon to the potato mixture for a hearty breakfast-inspired variation.
11. Tex-Mex Rosti: Mix in some chili powder and cumin to the potato mixture. Top with sliced jalapenos, diced tomatoes, and a sprinkle of shredded Mexican cheese blend.
12. Mediterranean Delight Rosti: Top the rosti with chopped Kalamata olives, diced cucumbers, red onion, and crumbled feta cheese. Drizzle with a light vinaigrette dressing.
13. Asian Fusion Rosti: Add grated ginger and a dash of soy sauce to the potato mixture. Top with slices of fresh avocado, cucumber, and a sprinkle of sesame seeds.