Wasabi Mashed Potatoes

What’s Cooking in Gail’s Kitchen? Fabulous Fixings: Wasabi Mashed Potatoes! Wasabi is a condiment that offers a slightly mustardy tang. It does have a hint of heat that often makes it popular with seared ahi tuna, grilled salmon, or shrimp cocktail. A little bit goes a long way, so always start small. Otherwise  a nose-tingling burn might cause your eyes to water. Strange as this sounds, it can actually become addictive. The buttery mashed potatoes are perfect for this star attraction. 

WASABI MASHED POTATOES

Ingredients:

1 pound Yukon gold potatoes, washed thoroughly 

1/2 tablespoon kosher salt

1/2 cup butter, unsalted

1/4 cup milk, room temperature 

1/2 teaspoon wasabi powder 

1 teaspoon wasabi paste

Parsley, for garnish

Instructions:

Place the potatoes in a large pot, adding enough water to cover completely. Add kosher salt. Cook on high to bring to a boil. Turn the heat down to medium and allow the potatoes to simmer for 25 minutes, or until tender. Remove the potatoes and carefully peel the skins off; discard. Mash the potatoes, leaving small chunks for texture. Add the butter, milk, and wasabi paste. Mix thoroughly to combine. In a small bowl, combine wasabi paste and enough water to form a liquid. Transfer mashed potatoes to a bowl. Drizzle with thinned wasabi powder. Sprinkle with dried parsley. Serve immediately. 

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