Toasted Sesame Curry Potatoes

Mashed potatoes are great. They are so comforting especially in winter or in stressful times. However, let’s be honest—they can be a little… boring. On the other hand, these Toasted Sesame Curry Potatoes are a flavor bomb for your plate. Because these spuds demand attention. With rich butter infused with curry powder, nutty toasted sesame seeds, and a splash of sesame oil, this dish transforms plain mashed potatoes into an explosion of flavor.

The Secret is in the Butter. Butter is magical. But curry-infused butter? That’s pure sorcery. First, blend the curry powder right into the butter, letting the spices bloom. This ensures every bite of potato is laced with that deep, fragrant curry goodness. No sad, flavorless pockets here! I scored this gorgeous, fragrant 27 Peaks Curry Powder at last June’s Specialty Food Association’s Fancy Food Show.

Now, let’s talk about the sesame effect. Toasted sesame seeds add crunch and nuttiness. Use black, white, or both for a confetti-like effect. And don’t forget the toasted sesame oil! A little drizzle goes a long way, adding a deep, roasty, toasty flavor that makes everything pop.

Pro Tips for Perfect Mashed Potatoes:

Choose the Right Spuds – Yellow potatoes, like Yukon Golds, are creamy and naturally buttery. Avoid waxy potatoes unless you want gluey mash (yikes!).

Don’t Overwork Them – Mash gently. Overmixing makes them pasty, and no one wants that.

Warm Up Your Add-Ins – Adding cold butter and milk shocks the potatoes. Warm everything up first for a dreamy, smooth mash.

Salt at the Right Time – Season the cooking water! Potatoes absorb salt better while boiling, giving you a balanced flavor from the inside out.

Toast Those Seeds! – Always toast sesame seeds before adding them. Raw sesame is fine, but toasted? That’s next-level delicious.

Toasted Sesame Curry Potatoes are the bold, confident friend that livens up any meal. Got a simple grilled chicken? Bland tofu? Plain fish? These potatoes are the perfect sidekick to spice up your meal.

So, go forth and mash with style! Your taste buds will thank you.

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Toasted Sesame Curry Potatoes

Course Side Dish

Cuisine Asian, Indian

Keyword Curry Potatoes, Curry Sesame Potatoes, mashed potatoes, Sesame Potatoes, Toasted Sesame Potatoes

Prep Time 20 minutes

Cook Time 25 minutes

Servings 6

Author Lora Wiley-Lennartz

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon curry powder
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter room temperature
• 2.5 lbs. yellow potatoes
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon sugar

Instructions

1. Combine the curry powder with the butter. Set aside.
2. Peel potatoes and cut into small pieces.
3. Cook the potatoes in boiling salted water until you can easily run a fork through them.
4. Toast the sesame seeds in a naked frying pan. Set aside.
5. Drain the potatoes thoroughly.
6. Pat off any excess liquid and place them in a large bowl.
7. Mash in the milk, sesame oil, and curry butter.
8. Mix in the toasted sesame seeds.
9. Season with salt, pepper, and sugar
10. Garnish with extra sesame seeds and serve.

So, do you like these Toasted Sesame Curry Potatoes? Also, check out some of these other delicious recipes:

TOASTED BLACK SESAME ICE CREAM

CURRY PUMPKIN FRIES WITH BLACK SESAME GARLIC SAUCE

EVERYTHING CURRY POTATO SALAD