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Frika Potato Cheese Hash: 7 Comforting Reasons to Try It

Frika Potato Cheese Hash

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A hearty and cheesy potato hash perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a late-night snack.

Ingredients

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  • 400 g (1 pound) potatoes
  • 50 g pancetta, cut into cubes OR 1 tbsp olive oil OR 1 tbsp lard
  • 160 g (5.6 oz) semi-hard cheese (e.g., Tolminc)
  • 50 g (1.8 oz) hard cheese (more Tolminc)
  • 2 tbsp fresh herbs (parsley, oregano, or lovage)

Instructions

  1. Peel the potatoes and grate them.
  2. Soak and rinse the grated potatoes in cold water, then drain until clean.
  3. If using, cut the pancetta into small cubes. Grate both semi-hard and hard cheese and combine in a bowl.
  4. Fry the pancetta (or olive oil/lard) in a 22cm (9-inch) pan over medium heat for 3-4 minutes.
  5. Add the drained potatoes to the pan and cook for 15-18 minutes, stirring occasionally until softened.
  6. Add half of the grated cheese and stir until melted. Mix in the herbs.
  7. Spread the mixture evenly in the pan and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
  8. Transfer to a plate and carefully flip back to cook the other side until golden and crispy, about 5 more minutes.
  9. Serve warm, sliced, and garnished with additional fresh herbs.

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