Microwave Mashed Potatoes
Skip out on watching water boil and make these easy and quick microwave mashed potatoes in only 10 minutes.
Serving Size 2
Equipment
- Microwave
Ingredients
- 1 lb potatoes about 2 large Yukon Gold potatoes
- 2 tablespoons plant-based butter
- 1/4 cup plant milk
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Using a fork, poke holes on all sides of the potatoes to prevent them from bursting in the microwave. Put the potatoes on a microwave-safe plate.
- Microwave the potatoes for 5 minutes.
- Check if the potatoes are done using a fork. If the fork slides easily into the largest part (center) of the potato, it is done. Smaller potatoes will be done in 5 minutes.
- If the potatoes are larger and aren't done, flip them and cook them for another 5 minutes. Check if they are fork tender.If they still aren't done, cook for only one minute more at a time, checking for doneness.
- Once the potatoes are done, scrape the skin off using a fork. (Or leave it on if you don't need super smooth mashed potatoes).
- Mash the potatoes with a masher or fork.
- Add plant butter, plant milk, and salt and pepper. Mash well.
- Add optional flavor add-ins or serve hot.
Video
Notes
Smaller potatoes will need less time - about 5-6 minutes.
Larger potatoes will need 10-12 minutes.
Potatoes are done when a fork slides into the thickest part with ease.
Leftovers keep in the fridge for 4-5 days.
