How to Make Mashed Potatoes
If you can't resist rich, creamy mashed potatoes, you're in for a treat! If you're searching for an authentic American mashed potato recipe, this one is sure to exceed your expectations.
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This mashed potato recipe is incredibly simple to make, using just a few basic ingredients like potatoes, butter, black pepper, and milk. You'll find the full recipe below.
1.About Mashed Potatoes
Mashed potatoes are typically made by mashing boiled potatoes and mixing them with milk, butter or olive oil, and seasonings like salt. The result is a creamy, smooth dish with a rich, savory flavor. Mashed potatoes are a popular main dish or side, often served alongside meats and vegetables in Western cuisine.
2.The Best Potatoes for Mashed Potatoes
If you're aiming for light, fluffy, and sweet-tasting mashed potatoes, russet or Idaho potatoes are your best bet. These potatoes are high in starch, making them easy to mash into a smooth, creamy consistency that perfectly captures the classic texture of mashed potatoes.
While other potatoes like purple potatoes (which may lose their color when cooked) or yellow potatoes such as Yukon Gold and sweet potatoes can also be used, they might not produce the same fluffy texture as high-starch potatoes.
We recommend avoiding red potatoes, fingerling potatoes, or new potatoes for mashed potatoes. These varieties have a waxy interior that holds its shape better during cooking, making them more suitable for boiling, frying, or roasting instead.
3.Ingredients
This classic recipe requires just 7 simple ingredients:
Potatoes: The key to great mashed potatoes, it's best to choose high-starch varieties for a fluffy texture.
Milk: Milk not only helps create a thick, creamy consistency but also adds a rich, buttery flavor to the mashed potatoes.
Butter: The rich aroma of butter enhances the taste and adds depth to the dish.
Cornstarch: Helps achieve the ideal thickness, ensuring a perfect texture.
Seasonings: Salt, black pepper, and oyster sauce add layers of flavor, making each bite full of deliciousness.
4.How Long Should You Cook the Potatoes?
In my recipe, the potatoes should be steamed for about 15-20 minutes. I usually prefer steaming over boiling because boiled potatoes tend to absorb too much water, which can make mashed potatoes watery. Steaming helps retain less moisture, resulting in a thicker, creamier texture.
Instructions: Peel and cut the potatoes into chunks, place them in a steamer, and steam for about 15-20 minutes until tender.
5.How to Store Mashed Potatoes
Once the mashed potatoes have completely cooled, transfer them to an airtight container and store them in the refrigerator for 2-3 days. For longer storage, you can freeze them for up to 1 month.
There are several ways to reheat mashed potatoes:
Microwave: Place the mashed potatoes in the microwave, set the appropriate heating time, and stir every 2 minutes until thoroughly heated.
Oven: Transfer the mashed potatoes to a casserole dish or an oven-safe dish, spread some butter on top, and cover with a lid. Place in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C). The heating time will vary depending on the size and shape of the dish, but it typically takes around 25 minutes or longer.
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INGREDIENTS
MAIN INGREDIENTS
- 1 Potato
ACCESSORIES
- 20ml Milk
- 10g Butter
- 1 tsp Cornstarch
SEASONINGS
- 1-2g Salt
- 2g Black Pepper
- 1 tbsp Oyster Sauce
DIRECTIONS
STEP 1
Prepare all the ingredients.
You'll need 1 potato, 20ml milk, 10g butter, 1 tsp cornstarch, 2g black pepper, 1 tbsp oyster sauce, and 1-2g salt.
STEP 2
Peel and slice the potato, then place it in a dish and steam for 15-20 minutes, or until the potato is tender and soft.
STEP 3
Dissolve 1 tsp of cornstarch in an appropriate amount of water.
Tip:
Use about 15ml of water for the best results.
STEP 4
Add 1 tsp of black pepper to the cornstarch mixture and stir well. Set aside.
STEP 5
Once the potatoes are steamed, add 1g of salt and 20ml of milk.
STEP 6
Mash the potatoes with a fork.
Tip:
Add the milk gradually, adjusting the amount based on the desired consistency of the mashed potatoes.
STEP 7
After mashing the potatoes, place plastic wrap over the bowl and smooth the mashed potatoes flat.
STEP 8
Turn the mashed potatoes out onto a plate and remove the plastic wrap. Set aside.
STEP 9
Melt 10g of butter in a pan.
STEP 10
Pour in the cornstarch and black pepper mixture, and add 1 tbsp of oyster sauce. Stir to combine.
STEP 11
Pour the mixture over the mashed potatoes, and your delicious black pepper mashed potatoes are ready to enjoy.
Recipe analyzer
- Recipes: How to Make Mashed Potatoes
- Main Ingredients:4
- Servings per recipe:1
- Servings size:402 g
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Energy (calories)：345 kcal
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Protein：7.79 g
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Fat：5.84 g
Why gray?
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Carbohydrates：66.93 g
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Protein: 6%22 kcal
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Fat: 15%52 kcal
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Carbohydrates: 78%270 kcal
The ratio shows whether the proportion of both fatty acids in your diet is optimal. Red color means too much of Omega 6 or too little of Omega 3. The data are rounded off and approximate.
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