Description
These Tex-Mex mashed potatoes are creamy, fluffy, and packed with comforting flavor from roasted green chiles, garlic, and buttery potatoes. Finished with queso fresco and fresh cilantro, they bring a bold and savory twist to classic mashed potatoes.
Ingredients
2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
1 cup roasted green chiles, chopped
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 cup whole milk, warmed
1/2 cup queso fresco, crumbled
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Place the peeled and chopped potatoes into a large pot and cover with cold salted water.
- Bring the water to a boil and cook the potatoes for 15 to 20 minutes until fork tender.
- While the potatoes cook, warm the milk and butter together in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Drain the cooked potatoes thoroughly and return them to the hot pot to allow excess moisture to evaporate.
- Mash the potatoes until smooth and fluffy.
- Gradually stir in the warm milk and butter mixture until the potatoes become creamy.
- Fold in the chopped roasted green chiles, salt, and black pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Transfer the mashed potatoes to a serving bowl and top with crumbled queso fresco and fresh cilantro.
- Serve warm.
Notes
Add shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese for an extra cheesy variation.
Use roasted poblano peppers instead of green chiles for a smokier flavor.
For more heat, add diced jalapeños or cayenne pepper.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Reheat gently with a splash of milk to restore creaminess.
Do not overmix the potatoes to avoid a gummy texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boil
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 420 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
