Potatoes with Mushrooms (Vegan & Easy Recipe) (2024)

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Ultimate 1-pot vegetarian/vegan dinner! Try these delightful and very filling Potatoes with Mushrooms cooked to perfection in creamy coconut milk.

I don’t even know where to start, guys… These Potatoes with Mushrooms are so awesome that they make my head spin! It only takes a few basic ingredients to make this satisfying dinner. I’ve been using this recipe for many years already and my whole family loves it. I think yours will, too.

I am a big potato lover, which is why I have so many potato recipes. This Potato and Mushroom Skillet is one of my favorites, along withCurried Potatoes,Fried Potatoes with Mushrooms,Potato Tacos, andClassic Potato Pancakes… YUM!

Video Tutorial: Potatoes with Mushrooms

Main Ingredients

  • Potatoes.I like using Russet potatoes and Red Bliss potatoes because they hold their shape well.
  • Mushrooms. Although I used Baby Bella mushrooms in this recipe, feel free to use regular white button mushrooms. I also want to try these potatoes with Portobello mushrooms. Maybe one of you will try it first? If you do, please, let me know how you liked it!
  • Onion.
  • Coconut Milk. Use your favorite brand. I used coconut milk by Native Forest.
  • White Wine.Use Pinot Grigio, Sauvignon Blanc, or Chardonnay.
  • Oil.Use any oil you prefer. I like grapeseed and olive oil best.

How to Make Potatoes with Mushrooms

1. In a large, non-stick griddle, sauté the onions in olive oil over medium heat for about 3-4 minutes and then add the mushrooms and garlic. Keep cooking for about 10 minutes.

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2. Pour in the wine and cook just until it evaporates.

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3. Add the potatoes, salt, and pepper to the mushrooms and keep frying, stirring occasionally for 10 minutes.

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4. Add coconut milk and reduce the heat to low. Cover with a tight lid and simmer for about 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are cooked through.

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5. Let it rest for 5 more minutes, garnish with parsley, and serve.

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Helpful Tips & Tricks

Slice the potatoes into uniform pieces. This will ensure that the potatoes will cook evenly, and you won't have too much mushy or undercooked pieces.

Use a non-stick skillet.I’ve tried using other skillets and only non-stick cookware performs well for this recipe.

Use full-fat coconut milk.Make sure you are using full-fat canned coconut milk, and not the packaged one, sold next to dairy-free milk in the refrigerated section of the store.

Don’t stir too much.Once you add the coconut milk and cover the potatoes with a lid, reduce the heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes without peeking. Then open the lid, stir, and cook for another 5-7 minutes or until the potatoes are fully cooked through.

How to Store and Reheat the Potatoes

Store these Potatoes with Mushrooms in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat on the stovetop, adding a bit of coconut milk, if necessary.

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More Delicious Potato Recipes:

  • Rosemary Fondant Potatoes
  • Skillet Potatoes
  • Mashed Potato Casserole
  • Twice Baked Potato Casserole
  • Mushroom Bourguignon

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Potatoes with Mushrooms

Tania Sheff

Ultimate 1-pot vegetarian/vegan dinner! Try these delightful and very fillingPotatoes with Mushroomscooked to perfection in creamy coconut milk.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 45 minutes mins

Total Time 55 minutes mins

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Servings 4 servings

Calories 307 kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsps olive oil
  • ½ large onion sliced thinly
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 8 oz. sliced baby bella mushrooms
  • ¼ cup white wine Pinot Grigio, Sauvignon Blanc, or Chardonnay
  • 4 medium potatoes cut into ¼ thick pieces
  • ¾ cup full-fat coconut milk
  • ½ tsp. sea salt or to taste
  • ¼ tsp. pepper or to taste
  • 2 tbsp. chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

  • In a large, non-stick griddle, sauté the onions in olive oil over medium heat for about 3-4 minutes and then add the mushrooms and garlic. Keep cooking for about 10 minutes.

  • Pour in the wine and cook just until it evaporates.

  • Add the potatoes, salt, and pepper to the mushrooms and keep frying, stirring occasionally for 10 minutes.

  • Add coconut milk and reduce the heat to low. Cover with a tight lid and simmer for about 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are cooked through.

  • Let it rest for 5 more minutes, garnish with parsley, and serve.

Notes

HELPFUL TIPS & TRICKS

Slice the potatoes into uniform pieces.This will ensure that the potatoes will cook evenly, and you won’t have too much mushy or undercooked pieces.

Use a non-stick skillet.I’ve tried using other skillets and only non-stick cookware performs well for this recipe.

Use full-fat coconut milk.Make sure you are using full-fat canned coconut milk, and not the packaged one, sold next to dairy-free milk in the refrigerated section of the store.

Don’t stir too much.Once you add the coconut milk and cover the potatoes with a lid, reduce the heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes without peeking. Then open the lid, stir, and cook for another 5-7 minutes or until the potatoes are fully cooked through.

HOW TO STORE AND REHEAT THE POTATOES

Store these Potatoes with Mushrooms in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat on the stovetop, adding a bit of coconut milk, if necessary.

Nutrition

Calories: 307kcalCarbohydrates: 33gProtein: 9gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 9gSodium: 274mgPotassium: 1232mgFiber: 7gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 623IUVitamin C: 38mgCalcium: 89mgIron: 9mg

Tried this recipe?Leave a comment below, I can't wait to hear from you!

This recipe was updated. Original image below.

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