Rösti mit Spiegelei

Rösti mit Spiegelei is a classic Swiss comfort dish featuring a golden, crispy potato pancake (Rösti) topped with a sunny-side-up fried egg (Spiegelei). The Rösti is typically made from coarsely grated potatoes pan-fried in butter or oil until crunchy, and the runny yolk of the egg acts as a rich sauce when broken.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is high in carbohydrates from the potatoes and fat from the frying butter and egg yolk, providing a hearty, energy-dense meal. A typical serving offers around 400-500 calories, along with a good source of potassium and protein from the egg.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	550 kcal
Protein	18 g
Carbs	45 g
Fat	35 g
Fiber	4 g
Sugar	3 g
Sodium	450 mg
Potassium	650 mg
Phosphorus	280 mg
Vitamin B6	0.5 mg
Vitamin C	15 mg
Iron	2.5 mg
Zinc	2.2 mg
Selenium	20 µg
Vitamin B12	1.2 µg

Per 1 plate (approx. 350 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Rösti is considered a national dish of Switzerland, often eaten for breakfast or as a simple, satisfying dinner. Nutritionally, the combination of starchy potatoes and protein-rich egg creates a complete, comforting meal that's deeply rooted in Alpine culinary tradition.