It doesn’t get any easier than this! These Instant Pot mashed potatoes are ready in no time, with no draining required. Just cook and mash, all in the same pot. Perfect, smooth, fluffy and delicious potato mash, EVERY time!
This recipe was originally published in June 2019. It has been updated for content and photos.
Seriously, these no drain mashed potatoes are truly as easy as it gets. Serve them with a dollop of homemade onion gravy for the ultimate comfort meal.
To make things even better…
These no drain mashed potatoes are healthier than most recipes out there. Sort of like a skinny version of mashed taters.
How?
Well, there’s only 4 ingredients needed for these delicious, fluffy, taters.
- Potatoes
- Vegetable broth
- Milk (I like soy milk)
- Salt
You may optionally add oil or butter, but I promise, you won’t need it.
So, if you’re looking for a healthy, low calorie, virtually fat free mashed potato option, you’ve found it!
What’s the best potato for mashing?
Yellow potatoes, specifically Yukon Gold variety truly make the BEST mashed taters. They’re naturally creamier and buttery tasting, which means you can use less (or no) butter for a healthier choice.
If you can’t find Yukon Gold near you, any yellow fleshed variety will work well.
As a second (or third) choice, I also find russet potatoes excellent for mashing. They’re starchy and delicious, and work well on their own, or in combination with yellow.
Do I have to peel them?
If you want mashed potatoes with skin, that’s a-okay! Just make sure you’re using a thin-skin variety of potato, preferably from a new crop.
You’ll still chop them up in one inch pieces and follow the directions below, and you’ll have some chunkier texture throughout.
How to make NO drain Instant Pot mashed potatoes
(This is a summary with step-by-step photos, full recipe measurements and instructions are in the recipe card below.)
Gather your ingredients, including any optional one’s you’d like.
Peel and cut your taters into approximately one inch pieces, then place them in your pot, along with the cup of broth. (photo 1)
Pressure cook on high for 6 minutes, then quick release, and remove the lid once safe to do so. (photo 2)
NOTE: It will take about 10 minutes before the pot reaches pressure, and then the 6 minute countdown will begin.
Add the seasoning, milk, and butter (if using) and start mashing with a potato masher. Keep mashing until smooth, without over mashing. (photos 3-5)
Serve your no drain mashed potatoes with melted butter, chives, or gravy and enjoy!
What to serve with mashed potatoes?
One of my favourite dishes to serve with tater mash is this incredibly hearty and delicious chickpea meatloaf.
You may also serve them along side one of your favourite veggie burgers. Check out exhibit A, B, C or D! 🙂
Which Instant Pot do I need?
I use a 6qt Instant Pot with perfect results every time.
If you’re using an 8qt pot, you’ll need more liquid. The 8qt models need 1.5 cups of liquid to reach pressure, so make sure to up the broth to 1.5 cups.
How long do they keep?
You may store any leftovers in the fridge for up to 3-4 days. Reheat in a skillet, oven, or toaster oven and add more broth or milk if needed to return them to a creamy state.
You may also freeze leftovers. Store in an air tight container in your freezer for up to 4 months. Then thaw overnight in your fridge, reheat and enjoy.
Expert Tips
- For the best no drain mashed potatoes, weigh your potatoes! This will give the best results since they can vary greatly in size.
- If you do not have a kitchen scale, and you need to eye ball it, use 10 average sized Yukon Gold potatoes to make approximately 3 lbs.
- Do your best to cut your pieces in similar sizes. For even cooking, you don’t want some pieces too big, or others too small.
- Don’t over-mash your taters! Once smooth, you’re good to go. Overly processing and mashing them can result in a gummy texture, and nobody wants that!
- Make them extra creamy. Add a dollop of cashew cream, or vegan cream cheese to your potato mash and stir it in for extra creaminess.
More delicious Instant Pot recipes
- Vegan Pumpkin Risotto
- Spicy Thai Peanut Noodles
- Potato Leek Soup
- Vegan Sloppy Joes (or stove top)
- Unstuffed Peppers
- Vegan Mushroom Risotto
- Red Thai Curry
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Buon appetito
Rosa
📖 Recipe
Equipment
Ingredients
- 3 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes or yellow potatoes
- 1 cup low sodium vegetable broth
- ⅓ cup soy milk or your choice
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder optional
- 1-2 tablespoons vegan butter or margarine optional
Optional Garnishes
- fresh chives
- fresh rosemary
- melted butter
- onion gravy
Instructions
- Peel and cut your potatoes into one inch pieces. Place them in your pot with the broth and close the lid, setting the valve in the sealing position. Set to high pressure for 6 minutes. (It will take about 10 minutes to reach pressure, and then the timer will start counting down.) When the timer completes, quick release the pressure, and open the lid once safe to do so.
- Add the milk, salt and any optional ingredients. Then mash with a potato masher until smooth and creamy. Taste and add more salt, if necessary, then serve warm.
Kaitlynn Wilson says
I didn’t see how much per serving. They turned out amazing though!
Rosa says
So glad you enjoyed the mashed potatoes, Kaitlynn. This makes 6 servings as a side dish.
Beth says
This turned out so well! I had 2 lbs of red potatoes and I still cooked them in c broth but reduced the soy milk a little at the end. Added in butter, salt and garlic powder. So good and easy!
Rosa says
Thrilled you enjoyed it Beth, thanks so much for sharing. 🙂
Aileen says
Would I be able to cut the 6qrt IP recipe in half? 1.5lbs potatoes and 0.5 broth/water? 3lbs potatoes were too much last time. They taste awesome tho!
Rosa says
Hi Aileen, unfortunately, that won’t work because the Instant Pot requires a minimum of 1 cup of liquid in order to reach pressure. Glad you enjoyed them!
Christina says
Did I understand correctly that I could use 5 lbs potatoes in an 8 qt pressure cooker and still only need 1 1/2 c broth?
Rosa says
That’s correct.
Christina says
Thank you so much! This info will help for family dinners.
Thank you, thank you!!!
Rosa says
My pleasure 🙂
Pam says
Rosa, can I make these on a stove top. I don’t have an installer. If so, what measurements or changes would I need to make. I’m loving all the recipes I’ve made on your site. More importantly, my husband is enjoying them, too. Thank you!
Rosa says
I’m so glad you’re both enjoying my recipes, Pam. 🙂 I haven’t attempted a no drain mashed potatoes on stovetop yet, so I’m not sure about measurements. However, you can cover the potatoes in water or broth in a pot, and then drain all but 1 cup, and add as much as needed when mashing until you reach your preferred consistency.
Debbie says
Hi Rosa, I would like to make these again trying a different veggie stock brand. The one I used was too salty and dark. What would you recommend? Thanks.
Rosa says
Hi Debbie, have you tried our homemade veggie broth? There are low sodium options in the post which you can find here: https://thishealthykitchen.com/bouillion-powder/
Debbie says
Thank you for the broth recipe. I used it and the potatoes were perfect!
Rosa says
You’re welcome Debbie. Thrilled you enjoyed. 🙂
C.B. says
Quick n delicious!
Rosa says
Glad you enjoyed!