Jalapeno Mashed Potatoes
Get ready to elevate classic comfort food with a spicy twist by making these creamy Jalapeño Mashed Potatoes! Packed with the warmth of fresh jalapeños sautéed with garlic, these velvety potatoes strike the perfect balance between heat and indulgence. Made with fluffy russet potatoes, rich sour cream, and a touch of butter, this side dish is irresistibly creamy and customizable—keep the jalapeño seeds for an extra kick or tone it down by removing them. Topped with optional shredded cheddar cheese for a gooey finish, these mashed potatoes pair wonderfully with grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or as a standout dish at your next holiday feast. With just 35 minutes from prep to table, this easy recipe is sure to become a staple for spice lovers craving bold flavor.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Russet potatoes
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 0.5 cups Milk
- 0.5 cups Sour cream
- 2 Jalapenos
- 2 Garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 0.5 cups Cheddar cheese (optional, for topping)
Instructions
Peel the potatoes and cut them into large, even-sized chunks.
Place the potato chunks in a large pot and add enough water to cover them by 1 inch. Add a pinch of salt to the water.
Bring the pot of water to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to medium and simmer the potatoes for 15-18 minutes, or until they are fork-tender.
While the potatoes are cooking, finely dice the jalapenos and mince the garlic cloves. For extra heat, keep the jalapeno seeds; for less heat, remove them first.
In a small saucepan, melt 1 tablespoon of the butter over low heat. Add the minced garlic and diced jalapenos, sautéing for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Remove from the heat and set aside.
Drain the cooked potatoes and return them to the pot. Allow them to sit for 1-2 minutes to evaporate any excess moisture.
Add the remaining butter, milk, and sour cream to the potatoes. Mash the mixture until smooth and creamy, adjusting the texture as desired by adding more milk if necessary.
Stir in the sautéed jalapenos and garlic, then season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Transfer the mashed potatoes to a serving dish and, if desired, sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top for extra flavor.
Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
460 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 23.4 g | 30% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.6 g | 73% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 63 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 674 mg | 29% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 53.6 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.6 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.8 g | ||
| Protein | 11.7 g | 23% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 209 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 1245 mg | 26% | |
*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.
