Lao Nai Yang Yu Chinese Spicy Mashed Potatoes

Elevate your side dish game with Lao Nai Yang Yu, a bold and flavorful twist on mashed potatoes inspired by traditional Chinese cuisine. These spicy mashed potatoes are infused with the rich, aromatic heat of chili flakes and crushed Sichuan peppercorns, balanced by the umami depth of soy sauce and the fragrant garlic oil. Unlike typical creamy mashed potatoes, this dish maintains a rustic texture with chunks of mashed spuds for added heartiness. Topped with fresh green onions for a pop of freshness, this recipe is perfect as a vibrant side dish or a unique stand-alone treat. Ready in just 30 minutes, Lao Nai Yang Yu is the ideal dish for those seeking a quick, satisfying, and authentic taste of Chinese home cooking.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Potatoes
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 4 cloves Garlic
• 2 teaspoons Chili flakes
• 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon Crushed Sichuan peppercorns
• 2 stalks Green onions
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Water

Directions

Step 1

Peel and cube the potatoes into evenly sized chunks for even cooking.

Step 2

Bring a medium pot of water to a boil and add a pinch of salt. Place the potato chunks into the boiling water and cook for 12-15 minutes, or until they are fork-tender.

Step 3

While the potatoes are cooking, finely mince the garlic and slice the green onions, separating the white and green parts.

Step 4

In a small saucepan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the garlic, white parts of the green onions, chili flakes, and crushed Sichuan peppercorns. Stir for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic. Remove the saucepan from the heat.

Step 5

Drain the cooked potatoes and return them to the pot. Mash the potatoes roughly using a potato masher or fork; they should have some chunks left for texture.

Step 6

Over low heat, add the soy sauce, prepared chili oil mixture, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt to the mashed potatoes. Stir to combine thoroughly.

Step 7

Slowly add small amounts of water to the mashed potatoes while stirring, until the desired creamy but slightly chunky consistency is achieved.

Step 8

Plate the mashed potatoes and garnish with the green parts of the sliced green onions.

Step 9

Serve warm as a side dish or alongside other main dishes for a flavorful meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(833.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	740.6

Total Fat 27.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.9g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1820.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 115.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.6g	0%
Total Sugars 7.2g
Protein 16.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 149.9mg	0%
Iron 7.1mg	0%
Potassium 2942.3mg	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: 32.2%

Protein: 8.3%

Carbs: 59.5%