Cumin Cayenne Mashed Potatoes with Caramelized Onions

Transform your classic side dish with this bold and flavorful recipe for Cumin Cayenne Mashed Potatoes with Caramelized Onions. Creamy russet potatoes are infused with the warm, smoky notes of ground cumin and a hint of cayenne spice, creating a mash that’s anything but ordinary. The star topping—sweet, deeply golden caramelized onions—adds a savory-sweet richness that takes every bite to the next level. With a velvety texture from heavy cream and butter, these mashed potatoes strike the perfect balance of comfort food with a gourmet twist. Ideal for festive gatherings or weeknight dinners, this side pairs beautifully with roasted meats or vegetable mains. Rich in flavor, yet easy to prepare, this dish is sure to become a household favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 large Russet potatoes
• 6 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 1.5 teaspoons Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoons Cayenne pepper
• 2 teaspoons Salt
• 1 teaspoons Ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 large Yellow onions
• 1 teaspoons Granulated sugar

Directions

Step 1

Peel and cut the russet potatoes into even-sized chunks. Rinse them under cold water to remove excess starch.

Step 2

Place the potatoes in a large pot, cover with cold water, and add 1 teaspoon of salt. Bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until the potatoes are fork-tender.

Step 3

While the potatoes cook, prepare the caramelized onions. Slice the yellow onions thinly.

Step 4

Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and 1 teaspoon of salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 15 minutes or until the onions start to soften and turn golden.

Step 5

Sprinkle 1 teaspoon of granulated sugar over the onions and continue cooking for another 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently, until deeply caramelized. Reduce the heat if necessary to avoid burning. Set the caramelized onions aside.

Step 6

Drain the cooked potatoes and return them to the pot. Place the pot over low heat for 1-2 minutes to evaporate any excess moisture.

Step 7

Mash the potatoes using a potato masher or ricer until smooth.

Step 8

Melt 4 tablespoons of butter in a small saucepan or microwave. Stir the melted butter, heavy cream, ground cumin, cayenne pepper, and the remaining teaspoon of salt into the mashed potatoes. Mix well until creamy.

Step 9

Season the mashed potatoes with ground black pepper and adjust salt if needed.

Step 10

Transfer the mashed potatoes to a serving dish and top with the caramelized onions.

Step 11

Melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter and drizzle over the mashed potatoes as a finishing touch. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1875.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2987.4

Total Fat 181.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 94.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 426mg	0%
Sodium 4996.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 299.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 27.2g	0%
Total Sugars 31.1g
Protein 39.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 305.1mg	0%
Iron 17.6mg	0%
Potassium 7290.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 54.6%

Protein: 5.3%

Carbs: 40.1%