🚫 Why You Should Stop Boiling Your Potatoes
1. They Get Waterlogged
Boiling causes potatoes to absorb excess water, diluting their natural starch. That water doesn’t just disappear—it seeps into your mash, leading to a loose, soupy texture and increasing the risk of overmixing.
2. You Lose Flavor
Boiling leaches nutrients and natural sugars out into the water, leaving behind a dull, flavorless base. No wonder we end up drowning them in butter or salt just to make them taste good.
3. Uneven Texture
Boiling can cook potato pieces at different rates—some turn to mush while others stay firm. That inconsistency makes smooth, creamy mash harder to achieve.
