Crispy Potato Galettes with Smoked Salmon and Crème Fraîche
Crispy Potato Galettes with Smoked Salmon and Crème Fraîche These crispy potato galettes are the perfect way to use up leftover mashed potatoes. They're made with a simple mixture of potatoes, onion, nutritional yeast, olive oil, salt, and pepper. The galettes are then baked in a hot oven until they're golden brown and crispy. Serve them with smoked salmon and crème fraîche for a delicious and satisfying meal. The key to making these galettes crispy is to use a hot oven and to not overcrowd the baking sheet. The galettes should be spaced out so that they have room to crisp up all around. You can also use a nonstick baking sheet or line a regular baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent the galettes from sticking. These galettes are a great way to use up leftover mashed potatoes, but they can also be made with fresh potatoes. If you're using fresh potatoes, be sure to peel and shred them before mixing them with the other ingredients.
The story of these crispy potato galettes begins in the humble kitchen of a small village in the French countryside. A young woman named Marie was known for her delicious cooking, and her potato galettes were a particular favorite among her friends and family. One day, a traveling merchant came to the village and was so impressed by Marie's galettes that he asked her to share her recipe. Marie was happy to oblige, and the merchant soon began selling her galettes at markets and fairs throughout the region. The galettes became so popular that Marie was soon able to open her own shop. She named the shop "La Maison des Galettes," and it quickly became a destination for people from all over the country who came to enjoy her delicious potato galettes. Marie's galettes were so good that they even caught the attention of the king. One day, the king and his entourage were traveling through the region and stopped at La Maison des Galettes for lunch. The king was so impressed by the galettes that he ordered Marie to make them for his entire court. Marie was honored by the king's request, and she spent days preparing the galettes for the royal feast. The king and his court were so impressed by the galettes that they declared them to be the best potato galettes in the kingdom. Marie's galettes continued to be popular for many years, and her recipe has been passed down from generation to generation. Today, crispy potato galettes are a staple of French cuisine and are enjoyed by people all over the world.
Crispy Potato Galettes with Smoked Salmon and Crème Fraîche Crispy Potato Galettes with Smoked Salmon and Crème Fraîche Crispy Potato Galettes with Smoked Salmon and Crème Fraîche Crispy Potato Galettes with Smoked Salmon and Crème Fraîche
Prep time: 20 | Cook time: 25 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 3 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and shredded
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 1/4 cup nutritional yeast
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Smoked salmon, for serving
  • Crème fraîche, for serving
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the potatoes, onion, nutritional yeast, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  4. Mix well to combine.
  5. Form the potato mixture into 8 patties and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
  7. Serve with smoked salmon and crème fraîche.
  8. Enjoy!
Why It Works
  • The shredded potatoes create a crispy exterior while the interior remains soft and fluffy.
  • The onion adds flavor and sweetness to the galettes.
  • The nutritional yeast adds a cheesy flavor without the need for dairy.
  • The olive oil helps to crisp up the galettes and adds flavor.
  • The salt and pepper enhance the flavors of the other ingredients.