Ethiopian Mashed Potatoes

Discover the vibrant flavors of Ethiopian cuisine with this recipe for Ethiopian Mashed Potatoes, an elevated twist on a classic comfort food. Infused with aromatic spices like turmeric, cumin, and smoked paprika, and enriched with sautéed onions, garlic, and ginger, this dish offers a bold and earthy flavor profile. The mashed potatoes are luxuriously creamy with a touch of milk and butter, while chopped fresh cilantro adds a burst of freshness. Perfect as a side dish for hearty stews, roasted vegetables, or grilled meats, these mashed potatoes bring a unique and irresistible warmth to your table. Ready in just 40 minutes, this flavorful recipe is a simple way to introduce Ethiopian-inspired cuisine to your meal plan!

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 medium potatoes
• 1 large yellow onion
• 4 whole garlic cloves
• 1 inch piece, finely minced ginger
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 cup milk
• 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh cilantro

Directions

Step 1

Peel, wash, and chop the potatoes into evenly sized chunks. Place them in a large pot and cover with water. Add a pinch of salt and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.

Step 2

While the potatoes are cooking, dice the onion, mince the garlic, and finely mince the ginger.

Step 3

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until soft and lightly golden.

Step 4

Add the garlic and ginger to the skillet, and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, stirring frequently to prevent burning.

Step 5

Stir in the turmeric, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 30 seconds to bloom the spices.

Step 6

Once the potatoes are done cooking, drain them and return them to the pot. Mash them roughly with a potato masher, leaving some texture if desired.

Step 7

Add the spiced onion mixture to the mashed potatoes. Stir well to combine, then gradually mix in the milk until the desired consistency is reached.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning, if needed. Fold in the chopped fresh cilantro for a burst of herbaceous flavor.

Step 9

Serve the Ethiopian Mashed Potatoes warm as a comforting side dish to accompany stews, roasted vegetables, or grilled meats.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1574.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1755.6

Total Fat 56.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 19.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g
Cholesterol 76.8mg	0%
Sodium 2694.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 285.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 31.8g	0%
Total Sugars 27.3g
Protein 38.3g	0%

Vitamin D 58.2IU	0%
Calcium 434.0mg	0%
Iron 17.8mg	0%
Potassium 7138.0mg	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: 28.2%

Protein: 8.5%

Carbs: 63.3%