Creamy, hearty side dish with a flavorful zing!
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I often get asked 'How do you work full time, take care of your family, and maintain an active blog?" There is no special trick or tip I can give, but I will confess that sometimes I can't do all that! And this is one of those weeks.
So I am posting this super-yummy mashed potatoes recipe for you, but not writing much about it. After all, it is not fair to withhold a tasty side dish from my readers just because my life has gotten extra dizzy busy! 😉 Hopefully the pictures speak for themselves!
Want another mashed potatoes recipe with a twist? You will love this Mashed Potatoes and Parsnips recipe! So easy and so delicious, it makes any meal extra special. Your guests will be begging you for the recipe!
Wasabi Mashed Potatoes
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Wasabi Mashed Potatoes
Ingredients
- 2 pounds russet potatoes
- 1 cup half and half
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon wasabi mustard
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- Boil water in a large pot.
- While waiting for the water to boil, peel the potatoes and cut into chunks. Add the potatoes to the boiling water and cook about 15 minutes until the potatoes are tender.2 pounds russet potatoes
- While the potatoes are cooking, heat the half and half in a small saucepan.1 cup half and half
- Add the butter into the half and half and stir until melted.4 tablespoons butter
- Place the cooked potatoes in a large bowl (or leave them in the pot after draining the water). Add the milk and butter mixture into the cooked potatoes and mash until as smooth as desired.
- Add the wasabi, salt, and pepper and mix well.½ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon pepper, 1 tablespoon wasabi mustard
Notes
- You can peel and cut the potatoes a day ahead and store them in cold water in the refrigerator to save time later on.
- The smaller the potato chunks, the faster they will cook.
- You can substitute milk for the half and half, or use a mixture of milk and half and half.
- You can heat the half and half and butter in the microwave instead of a saucepan to save time.
- For smoother mashed potatoes with less effort, use an electric hand mixer or stand mixer instead of mashing by hand.
- If you're really in a rush, you can use instant mashed potatoes and mixing in the wasabi mustard for a quick version.
- Use wasabi paste or powder instead of wasabi mustard for a different intensity and flavor.
- Mix in fresh herbs like chives, parsley, or scallions for added flavor and color.
- Add grated Parmesan or cheddar cheese to the mashed potatoes for a richer taste.
- Replace half and half with Greek yogurt or sour cream for a tangy twist and extra creaminess.
- Roast garlic cloves and mash them into the potatoes for a delicious roasted garlic flavor.
Serving Suggestions
- Serve the wasabi mashed potatoes alongside perfectly grilled chicken or steak for a delightful contrast of flavors.
- Pair with seared tuna or grilled salmon to complement the wasabi flavor.
- Serve as a side dish with a vegetable stir-fry or roasted vegetables for a complete vegetarian meal.
- Garnish with sliced green onions, sesame seeds, or a drizzle of soy sauce for added visual appeal and flavor.
- Add a bit of extra wasabi mustard on top for an extra kick.
Nutrition
Nutritional information is an estimate. The nutritional values for your final dish may vary based on measuring differences and products used.
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Helen at the Lazy Gastronome
I can just taste this in my mind!! WOW - sounds great! Thanks for sharing at the What's for Dinner party!
Natalie A
These potatoes look yummy. Mashed Potatoes are one of my favorite foods. I haven't ever tried mashed potatoes with wasabi mustard. I'm interested to see how they taste with wasabi mustard!
angie
sounds like a great way to dress up mashed potatoes. Some times potatoes can becom boring I am sure this would spark those taste buds thanks for sharing
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The Future Mrs. Vines
Wow! These look totally scrumptious. It might actually help the fact that my beau is a carbaholic and I'm actually growing tired of mashed potatoes. That's something I never thought I'd hear myself say.
Laurie
The pictures are talking me into trying this soon 🙂 Thank you for sharing with us at Snickerdoodle Sunday. Pinning to share with other hungry peeps 🙂
Have a great week!
~Laurie
annie
What a tasty way to give mashed potatoes a little kick! Bland taters are just the worst.
PS kudos to you for being a power woman!