Chilli & Lime Mashed Potatoes

Mashed Potatoes with chilli and lime. Includes measured ingredients and a step-by-step method.

Ingredients

• 800 g floury potatoes, peeled and cut into 3 cm pieces
• 100 ml milk
• 30 g unsalted butter
• ½ tsp salt
• ¼ tsp chilli flakes
• 1 tsp finely grated lime zest
• 1 tsp lime juice

Method

1. Put potatoes in a saucepan and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 15–20 minutes until easily pierced with a fork.
2. Drain thoroughly and return to the warm pan for 1 minute over very low heat, shaking gently to dry.
3. Warm milk and butter together without boiling. Mash the potatoes, then stir in the warm milk mixture, salt and the chilli and lime ingredients.
4. Serve warm. Add a little more warm milk if you prefer a softer mash.

New editorial recipe; not independently kitchen-tested. Timings are estimates. Follow doneness cues and check ingredient labels for allergens.