What does ROSTI mean?

Rosti

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: A Swiss dish made of grated potatoes formed into a flat cake and fried.

Pronunciations: (US) /ˈrɔsti/; (UK) /ˈrɒsti/

Origin and Usage: The word "rosti" is of Swiss German origin, meaning "crisp and golden" in Swiss German. It is a popular dish in Switzerland and is usually served for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Rosti is made by grating potatoes, squeezing out the excess liquid, and then frying them in butter until crispy and golden brown.

Synonyms: Potato cake, potato pancake, hash browns

Related Words: Toast, Roast, Trots, Torsi, Sorta

Example Sentences:

• She ordered a rosti with bacon and eggs for breakfast.
• The restaurant serves the best rosti in town.
• He learned how to make rosti from his Swiss grandmother.