Whole30 Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes

Why this version is better

This version is fully Whole30, gluten-free, and dairy-free. Ghee removes casein and lactose while retaining fat-soluble vitamins. Coconut milk adds medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs). Total calories drop by ~54 per serving and saturated fat composition shifts to a more medium-chain profile, which is more readily oxidized for energy than long-chain dairy fat.

Cooking note: Replacing butter with ghee (Whole30-compliant) reduces total fat slightly while maintaining the emulsification needed for creamy texture. Swapping dairy milk for full-fat coconut milk maintains the fat-soluble flavor carriers and provides enough liquid to achieve smooth consistency without altering starch gelatinization. Coconut milk is slightly thicker than dairy milk, so the quantity is reduced from ½ cup to ⅓ cup to prevent the mash from becoming too loose.