Description
These plant based mashed potatoes will knock the socks off anyone you serve them to. We're topping with a mushroom gravy that is even better than the meaty stuff. I'm spilling alllll the gravy on making the best vegan mashed potatoes. Let's dive in.
Ingredients
Mashed potatoes
- 2 1/2 lbs yukon gold potatoes, quartered
- 1/2 c vegan butter (such as Miyoko's)
- 1/2 c vegan sour cream (such as Forager)
- Salt
- Pepper
- Plant milk (optional)
- Chives (optional garnish)
Mushroom gravy
- 1 package mushrooms, sliced thinly
- 2-3 scallions, sliced thinly
- 1 Tbsp tamari, soy sauce or coconut aminos
- Pinch of salt and pepper
- Splash coconut milk (start with 1/4 cup and work up from there)
- 1 Tbsp canned coconut cream
- Cooking oil (such as grapeseed)
Instructions
1. Prepare potatoes: place quartered potatoes into a large pot and cover with water. Bring to boil, then simmer on low for 30-60 mins. Test with a fork - if it pierces easily, they're done. Remove from water and let cool for 10-15 mins, or until you can touch comfortably. If you prefer to remove skins, gently peel off by grabbing a corner. Remove any bumps or sprouts with a knife.
2. Prepare gravy: meanwhile, thinly slice mushrooms and scallions. Add to a pan on medium heat with a splash of grapeseed oil or cooking oil of choice. Add a pinch of salt and smaller pinch of pepper. Gently stir every couple mins. When mushrooms have released their juices, add a splash of tamari and stir. Once mushrooms have absorbed most of the liquid, add coconut milk and cream, a little at a time. Simmer for a couple mins, then set aside.
3. Whip potatoes: In a large mixing bowl, combine potatoes, butter, sour cream, and a generous pinch of salt and pepper. Whip with a hand mixer until butter is melted, then taste. This is the most essential step. Season with salt and pepper as needed - start small. If too thick, you can add a small splash of plant milk to thin out. A little goes a long way, so add slowly and mix before adding more.
4. Serve: layer potatoes, mushroom gravy, and chives. Enjoy!
Keywords: Mashed potatoes, vegan mashed potatoes, plant based mashed potatoes, mushroom gravy, vegan mushroom gravy