The mashed potato dish is one of the basic dishes for many people. It is served on many occasions. It may be served as is, or meat and cheese may be added to it to make it a hearty dish. Some fry it after boiling it to obtain golden-colored pieces of potatoes. For this, learn with me, how to make fluffy Mashed potatoes.
Table of Contents
Ingredients
- 5 potatoes (medium-sized), peeled
- Half a tablespoon of salt
- Half a teaspoon of pepper
- One teaspoon of milk
- Two tablespoons of butter
- Four tablespoons of Sour cream (optional)
Cooking Time
This whole cooking may take about 40 minutes. This includes 20 minutes for preparation and 20 minutes for cooking.
Preparation
1. Boil the Potatoes: Place the potatoes with half a spoon of salt in a suitable pot filled with water, and let it boil well until the potatoes are cooked.
How Long to Boil Potatoes for Mashed Potatoes Before Mashing?
In about 15-20 minutes the peeled potatoes are fully boiled. Boiling whole potatoes will take a little longer.
2. Prepare the Butter Mixture: Melt both the butter and cream together in another bowl and leave it aside until used.
3. Mash the Potatoes: Drain the potatoes from the water, then put them in a medium-sized pot, add the butter mixture to it, and start mashing them well while mixing.
4. Add Milk: Add the milk to the potato mash and continue mashing and stirring until you get the desired thick mixture.
5. Taste and season: Add a little pepper and salt.
6. Serve hot: Finally, serve hot, garnish with any additional toppings (coriander leaves) you may like, and enjoy!
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Overworking the Potatoes: This can make them gummy. Always try to mash gently.
- Using the Wrong Type of Potato: Russet or Yukon Gold potatoes work best.
- Not Seasoning Properly: Always taste and adjust the salt and pepper.
- Adding Cold Butter or Milk: Warm them first for smoother potatoes (lump free mashed potatoes).
More Variations
If you like this recipe, try these other mashed potato recipes:
- Mashed potatoes with yogurt.
- Mashed potato balls with eggs.
- Cheesy Mashed Potatoes.
- Mashed potatoes with spices.
- Mashed potatoes with minced meat.
- Garlic mashed potatoes.
How to Store Mashed Potatoes in Fridge
These mashed potatoes can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Reheat your favorite chilled mashed potatoes till warm before serving again!
If you’re using a microwave, switch it off every two minutes and give them a little toss to ensure they’re heated evenly.
Instead of using the microwave, you can reheat your potatoes in the oven.
Dietary Restrictions
If you have dietary limitations, here are some alternatives:
Vegans can utilize plant-based milk and vegan butter. Replace the sour cream with coconut cream.
Gluten-Free – This dish is inherently gluten-free.
Dairy-free – Use almond milk and dairy-free butter. Coconut cream can replace sour cream.
This mashed potato recipe is one of my favorite recipes. It is also very easy to make. This means anyone can make it easily. You can experiment with different flavors and ingredients as per your preference.
