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Why mashed potatoes turn out unpalatable and liquid: never cook the dish like this

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Why mashed potatoes turn out unpalatable and liquid: never cook the dish like this
How to make delicious mashed potatoes
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Even a simple dish like mashed potatoes can be easily spoiled. The side dish often turns out to be bland or overcooked and has an unappetizing appearance. All this is due to a number of mistakes that even experienced housewives make.

The FoodOboz editorial team will tell you how to cook mashed potatoes correctly. It is worth paying attention to a few important nuances.

Why mashed potatoes turn out unpalatable and liquid: never cook the dish like this

Potatoes for the dish.

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Do not peel the potatoes i

Potatoes for mashed potatoes are often peeled a few hours before cooking. The vegetable turns sour in the water and is boiled just before the guests arrive. But you should never do this. The potatoes will soften, start to disintegrate, and the mashed potatoes will turn out very watery. Try to boil the peeled product immediately.

Why mashed potatoes turn out unpalatable and liquid: never cook the dish like this

Do not peel potatoes right away.

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Don't pour boiling water over the potatoes

If you pour boiling water over the potatoes, the process will not speed up, and the dish will simply be ruined. The potatoes will cook unevenly, so it's better to put them in cold water.

Do not add salt too early

Why mashed potatoes turn out unpalatable and liquid: never cook the dish like this

When to salt.

If you salt the potatoes too early, they will take a very long time to cook. When you don't have a lot of time, the best option is to add salt seven minutes after the water starts to boil.

Do not let the potatoes boil too much

Why mashed potatoes turn out unpalatable and liquid: never cook the dish like this

Ready-made dish.

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Potatoes should be cooked over low heat. If the fire is too strong, the product will be overcooked and tasteless.

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