Creamy and Savory Mashed Potatoes Recipe
Quick and Easy Mashed Potatoes with Dalgona Coffee for Busy Mornings
Introducing a super simple yet satisfyingly soft and savory mashed potato recipe, perfect for those rushed mornings. Pair it with a sweet dalgona coffee for a delightful start to your day!
Mashed Potatoes Ingredients- 6 medium potatoes (approx. 2 lbs)
- 5 cups water (1 liter)
- 1 Tbsp salt (for boiling potatoes)
- 2 Tbsp butter
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 Tbsp sour cream (optional, for extra creaminess)
- Pinch of salt (to taste)
- Pinch of black pepper (to taste)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Begin by preparing the main ingredient for your mashed potatoes: the potatoes. Wash about 2 lbs (1kg) of potatoes thoroughly.
Step 2
Peel the washed potatoes and cut them into roughly 1-inch (2-3 cm) cubes. Place the cubed potatoes into a pot and add 5 cups (1 liter) of water.
Step 3
Add 1 tablespoon of salt to the water to season the potatoes as they cook. Cover the pot and bring it to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for about 10 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork. Be careful not to overcook them into mush.
Step 4
Once the potatoes are cooked, carefully drain all the water from the pot. It’s important to remove as much moisture as possible to achieve the right consistency.
Step 5
With the potatoes still in the pot, add 2 tablespoons of butter. The residual heat from the potatoes will help the butter melt.
Step 6
Using a potato masher, a fork, or the back of a spoon, mash the potatoes until they are smooth. Aim for a creamy texture without any large lumps.
Step 7
Gradually pour in 1/2 cup of warm milk while continuing to mash or stir. You can adjust the amount of milk slightly to reach your desired creamy consistency.
Step 8
For an extra touch of richness and creaminess, add 2 generous tablespoons of sour cream. If you don’t have sour cream, you can omit it, but it truly elevates the texture and flavor.
Step 9
Gently fold in the milk and sour cream until everything is well combined and the mashed potatoes are smooth and velvety. Taste and season with a pinch of salt and black pepper as needed. Your delicious, creamy, and savory mashed potatoes are now ready!
Step 10
Now, let’s make the accompanying Dalgona Coffee. In a mug, combine 2 Tbsp instant coffee, 2 Tbsp sugar, and 1/2 cup hot water. Whisk vigorously using an electric mixer or a whisk until a thick, frothy foam forms.
Step 11
Fill a glass with ice and pour milk over it.
Step 12
Carefully spoon the whipped coffee foam generously on top of the milk. Your visually appealing and delicious Dalgona Coffee is complete!
Step 13
Enjoy your delightful breakfast by pairing the smooth mashed potatoes with the sweet Dalgona Coffee for a truly wonderful start to your day.
Step 14
You’ll fall in love with the creamy, savory taste of these mashed potatoes – once you try them, you won’t be able to stop!
