Moroccan Mashed Potatoes

This Moroccan mashed potatoes recipe is seasoned with spices like cumin and turmeric and uses olive oil not butter for their smooth, creamy texture.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 40 mins
• Calories: 103 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 onion, diced
• 2 teaspoons ground black pepper
• 1 tablespoon salt, or to taste
• 1 tablespoon ground turmeric
• 3 tablespoons olive oil, or as needed
• 10 large baking potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Place potatoes in a large pot and cover with salted water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until tender and easily pierced with a fork, about 20 minutes.

Step 2

Meanwhile, heat 1 tablespoon oil in a small skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook until translucent and lightly brown, about 6 minutes.

Step 3

Drain water from potatoes; mash. Stir in onion; continue mashing. Add turmeric, salt, black pepper, and cumin; add remaining 2 tablespoons oil until potatoes reach a creamy consistency.