Stoemp
Stoemp is a traditional Belgian dish featuring mashed potatoes combined with various vegetables. This recipe creates a comforting and hearty side dish, perfect for pairing with roasted meats or sausages. It's a simple yet flavorful way to enjoy vegetables.
An original recipe by Forkin
- Total time
- 40 min
- Serves
- 4
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Per serving
- 307 kcal
Allergen information: may contain milk. Always check ingredient packaging if you have an allergy.
Mise en place
Ingredients
Converted for display; the recipe amounts stay equivalent.
Ingredients
- 900 gpotato, peeled and cut into 2-inch (5.1 cm) chunks
- 300 gcarrot, peeled and finely diced
- 200 gleek, white and light green parts, thinly sliced
- 30 gbutter
- 120 mlmilk, warm
- 0.5 tspnutmeg, freshly grated
- 1 tspsalt
- 0.5 tspblack pepper, freshly ground
garnish
- 2 tbspfresh parsley, chopped(optional)
Equipment
large skillet · large pot · potato masher
The method
Step by step
- 1
Place the potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold, salted water.
About 1 min
- 2
Bring the water to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are very tender when pierced with a fork.
About 20 min
Cook’s note: Ensure potatoes are cooked through for a smooth mash.
- 3
While the potatoes are cooking, melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
About 1 min
- 4
Add the carrots and leeks to the skillet and sauté for 8-10 minutes, until softened.
About 10 min
Cook’s note: Cook until tender-crisp, not mushy.
- 5
Drain the cooked potatoes thoroughly and return them to the empty pot.
About 1 min
Cook’s note: Make sure all water is drained to avoid a watery mash.
- 6
Mash the potatoes until smooth, then stir in the warm milk, nutmeg, salt, and black pepper.
About 2 min
Cook’s note: Use a potato masher or a fork; avoid over-mashing to prevent a gummy texture.
- 7
Fold in the sautéed carrots and leeks until just combined.
About 1 min
- 8
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- 9
Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
Per serving
Nutrition
- Calories
- 307kcal
- Protein
- 7.3g
- Carbs
- 55.3g
- Fat
- 7.1g
- Fibre
- 8.4g
- Sugar
- 9g
Estimated from the recipe’s ingredient quantities. Values can vary with brands and substitutions.
Keep it good
Store leftover stoemp in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Reheat gently in a microwave or on the stovetop with a splash of milk.
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