Mashed potatoes with sour cream and chives

Sour cream and chive mashed potatoes are a creamy and flavorful side dish that combines the smoothness of classic mashed potatoes with the fresh and slightly tangy touch of sour cream, along with the characteristic aroma and flavor of chives. This mash is an ideal variation to enhance meats, fish, or vegetables, adding texture and richness to the dish.

Mashed potatoes originated in Europe, and with the incorporation of ingredients like sour cream and chives, a more contemporary and popular version was created in North American and European cuisine. The sour cream provides a slight tangy flavor that balances the natural sweetness of the potato, while the chives add a mild herbal touch that refreshes every bite.

Regarding its properties, mashed potatoes are a good source of complex carbohydrates that provide energy, B vitamins, and minerals like potassium. Sour cream contributes healthy fats and proteins, as well as probiotics if it is fresh, which promote digestive health. Chives add small amounts of vitamins A and C, along with antioxidant compounds.

In different regions of Latin America, this ingredient may be known by various names: puré de papa con crema agria y cebollín, puré de patatas con crème fraîche y cebollín (more common in areas with European influence), or simply puré cremoso con cebollín. It is also common to hear puré de papa con crema y cebolla de verdeo in countries like Argentina and Uruguay, where chives are commonly called “cebolla de verdeo”.