Side Dish

Stoemp

Name: Stoemp
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: belgian
Ingredients: 900 g potato peeled and cut into 2-inch chunks; 300 g carrot peeled and finely diced; 200 g leek white and light green parts, thinly sliced; 30 g butter; 120 ml milk warm; 0.5 tsp nutmeg freshly grated; 1 tsp salt; 0.5 tsp black pepper freshly ground; 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped (optional)

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

VegetarianGluten-free

Allergen information: may contain milk. Always check ingredient packaging if you have an allergy.

Mise en place

Ingredients

900 gpotato, peeled and cut into 2-inch 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

75%Score

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

Storage

Store leftover stoemp in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Reheating

Reheat gently in a microwave or on the stovetop with a splash of milk.