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Mashed potatoes with mushroom gravy

Plant based mashed potatoes

  • Author: The Hangry Chickpea
  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 45 mins
  • Total Time: 60 mins
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Category: Snacks & sides
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegan

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

Units Scale

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! 


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