Recipe

Tattie Drottle with a Twist

Savory Scottish Potato Delight

4.4 out of 5

Tattie Drottle is a traditional Scottish dish that showcases the humble potato in all its glory. This recipe adds a modern twist to the classic, elevating it with a burst of flavors and textures.

Soup› Vegetable Soup› Tattie Drottle

European cuisine› Northern European cuisine› Cuisines of the [[Islands of the North Atlantic]] (IONA)› British cuisine› Scottish cuisine

Preparation time

20 minutes

Cooking time

20 minutes

Total time

40 minutes

Yields

4 servings

Preparation difficulty

Easy

Suitable for

Vegetarian, Gluten-free, Nut-free, Egg-free, Dairy-free (if using dairy-free butter substitute)

Allergens

Dairy (if using butter), Pork (bacon)

Not suitable for

Vegan, Paleo, Keto, Low-carb, Soy-free

Ingredients

4 large potatoes, peeled and diced (900g) 4 large potatoes, peeled and diced (900g)
1 medium onion, finely chopped 1 medium onion, finely chopped
4 slices of bacon, cooked until crispy and crumbled 4 slices of bacon, cooked until crispy and crumbled
2 tablespoons butter (30g) 2 tablespoons butter (30g)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper to taste

Nutrition

Calories: 320 kcal / 1340 KJ
Fat: 12g (6g saturated)
Carbohydrates: 45g (3g sugars)
Protein: 8g
Fiber: 5g
Salt: 1g

Preparation

1.
Boil the diced potatoes in a large pot of salted water until tender. Drain well.
2.
In a separate pan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent.
3.
Add the boiled potatoes to the pan with the onions and mash them until smooth.
4.
Season with salt and pepper to taste, and mix well.
5.
Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Divide the potato mixture into equal portions and shape them into patties.
6.
Cook the patties in the skillet until golden brown and crispy on both sides.
7.
Remove the patties from the skillet and place them on a serving platter.
8.
Sprinkle the crispy bacon and chopped chives over the patties.
9.
Serve hot and enjoy!

Treat your ingredients with care...

Potatoes — Make sure to dice the potatoes into evenly sized pieces to ensure they cook evenly.
Bacon — Cook the bacon until crispy before crumbling it over the Tattie Drottle for added texture and flavor.
Chives — Chop the fresh chives just before serving to retain their vibrant color and fresh taste.

Tips & Tricks

For extra crispiness, you can brush the patties with a little oil before cooking them in the skillet.
Feel free to add additional seasonings such as garlic powder or dried herbs to the potato mixture for extra flavor.
Serve the Tattie Drottle with a dollop of sour cream or a side of tangy tomato chutney for a delicious twist.

Serving advice

Serve the Tattie Drottle as a main course accompanied by a fresh green salad or as a side dish alongside roasted meats or grilled vegetables.

Presentation advice

Arrange the Tattie Drottle patties on a platter, garnish with a sprinkle of chopped chives, and place the crispy bacon crumbles on top for an appetizing presentation.