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Pure de Batata

A silky Brazilian mashed potato side infused with garlic browned in butter and warmed milk.

35 minEasyServes 4210 cal/serving

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Ingredients

  • 2 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled, cubed
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/2 cup whole milk, warmed
  • 1 tsp kosher salt

Instructions

  1. 1

    Place 2 lbs peeled, cubed Yukon Gold potatoes in a large pot, cover with cold water, and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.

  2. 2

    Cook for 15 minutes until fork-tender, then drain thoroughly and return to the pot.

  3. 3

    Melt 4 tbsp unsalted butter in a small skillet over low heat, add 2 minced garlic cloves, and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.

  4. 4

    Add the garlic butter mixture, 1/2 cup warmed whole milk, and 1 tsp kosher salt to the pot with the potatoes.

  5. 5

    Mash until smooth and serve warm.

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Questions

How long does Pure de Batata take?

As written, 35 minutes: 15 of prep and 20 of cooking. The longest single stretch is step 2 (15 minutes): "Cook for 15 minutes until fork-tender, then drain thoroughly and return to the pot."

Can I make Pure de Batata dairy-free?

Yes. The dairy in Pure de Batata is 4 tbsp unsalted butter, 1/2 cup whole milk, warmed. Swap the butter for olive oil where it melts, or a plant-based block butter where it is creamed; the milk for unsweetened oat or soy milk. The richness shifts slightly, but the method does not change.

Is Pure de Batata vegan?

No, though it is vegetarian. What keeps it from vegan is 4 tbsp unsalted butter and 1/2 cup whole milk, warmed. For fully plant-based entries, see the vegan side collection.

How many calories are in Pure de Batata?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) is about 210 calories, with 4 g protein, 30 g carbohydrate and 9 g fat, plus 3 g fiber and 420 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

How long does Pure de Batata keep?

Refrigerate what is left of Pure de Batata within two hours and eat it within three days. Reheat gently on the stovetop. Potatoes turn grainy in the freezer, so keep this one in the refrigerator.

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