Vegan Smothered Potatoes

Transform your weeknight dinners with these creamy, comforting Vegan Smothered Potatoes! Featuring tender slices of russet potatoes bathed in a rich, velvety sauce made from coconut milk, vegetable broth, and a touch of nutritional yeast for cheesy flavor, this recipe is dairy-free and 100% plant-based. Infused with aromatic garlic, sautéed onions, and warm spices like smoked paprika and thyme, these smothered potatoes are the perfect blend of hearty and flavorful. Thickened to perfection with a cornstarch slurry and finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this dish is quick to prepare and ready in under an hour. Serve as a show-stopping side or as a satisfying vegan main course for four. Whether you're seeking a comforting family meal or a new crowd-pleaser, these vegan smothered potatoes deliver indulgent flavor without compromise.

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 large Russet potatoes
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium, chopped Yellow onion
• 3 cloves, minced Garlic
• 2 cups Vegetable broth
• 1 cup, full-fat Coconut milk
• 1 tablespoon Nutritional yeast
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons Water
• 2 tablespoons, chopped Fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Wash and peel the russet potatoes and cut them into 1/4-inch thick slices.

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for another minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Pour the vegetable broth and coconut milk into the skillet and stir to combine.

Step 5

Add the sliced potatoes to the skillet, making sure they are evenly coated with the liquid. Bring to a simmer.

Step 6

Mix in the nutritional yeast, smoked paprika, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper.

Step 7

Cover the skillet with a lid and let the potatoes cook over low-medium heat for 25-30 minutes until they are tender, stirring occasionally.

Step 8

In a small bowl, mix cornstarch with water to create a slurry. Add this to the skillet and gently stir to thicken the sauce.

Step 9

Continue to cook for another 5 minutes, until the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency.

Step 10

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.

Step 11

Serve hot as a main dish or side. Enjoy your Vegan Smothered Potatoes!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2115.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1803.3

Total Fat 33.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3703.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 339.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 31.3g	0%
Total Sugars 42.8g
Protein 48.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 329.6mg	0%
Iron 18.6mg	0%
Potassium 8215.8mg	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: 16.2%

Protein: 10.5%

Carbs: 73.3%