Masha – The electric potato masher – A review
When I was asked to review the Masha electric potato masher in return for the device to try out I jumped at the chance. I had looked at the Masha previously but felt I couldn’t justify the price. The reality is a hand potato masher is less than a fiver! I worried that it would be money wasted. As a sceptic I tested the Masha out and here is what I found.
What is the Masha?
The Masha is an electric potato masher, not dissimilar to a hand blender in design. Whilst it is designed for making mashed potato it can be used for pureeing baby food or other things too.
The Masha is a handheld device with a simple on/off switch and currently comes with two blade attachments, the aerator blade or the standard Masha attachment.
The device plugs into a standard UK household socket.
Advantages of Using an Electric Potato Masher
Mashing potatoes might not be rocket science, but it sure can feel like a workout! That’s where an electric potato masher comes in handy. This nifty gadget makes mashing potatoes as easy as pie, which is perfect for everyone, from busy parents to people with disabilities.
Ease of Use
First up, electric mashers are super easy to use. You don’t need to be a cooking expert to get the hang of it. Just plug it in, press a button, and watch it work its magic on those potatoes. No more sweating over a hot stove or wondering if your potatoes have a mind of their own.
Perfect Mashed Potatoes
Speaking of magic, this gadget also makes sure you get perfect mashed potatoes every time. Say goodbye to lumps that are tougher than your PE teacher. An electric masher mixes everything evenly, so each bite is smooth and creamy. Whether you’re adding butter, milk, or even a dash of garlic, the electric masher blends it all without breaking a sweat.
Accessibility
For people with disabilities, using traditional kitchen tools can be a bit of a challenge. But an electric masher changes all that. It does the hard work with minimal effort. This means anyone can whip up delicious mashed potatoes without any hassle. It’s like having a little helper in the kitchen!
In short, an electric potato masher is a fantastic tool for making cooking easier and more fun. It’s perfect for those who want quick, lump-free mashed potatoes and for anyone who needs a bit of extra help in the kitchen. Plus, it might just make you the potato-mashing champion in your household!
How did I get on with the Masha?
I absolutely hate mashing potatoes but love mash and packet mash just is not the same is it? Whilst I have never tried using a hand blender like the one I have gets food easily stuck around the blades and as such wouldn’t work well.
I love the way this has holes around the end so the mash just slides out hassle-free. My initial thoughts were that the blade did not look strong enough for mashing potatoes but I was pleasantly surprised.
The Masha was easy to use and made the perfect mashed potato for my homity pie. It was extremely easy to clean and made making mashed potato effortless.
Would I recommend it?
I absolutely would recommend the Masha, and despite it being around £35 currently on Amazon, I felt it was great value for money.
I am not a fan of physically mashing my own potatoes, and despite potatoes being so cheap, I often opt for packet mash for ease or have boiled or jacket potatoes. The money this would save on packet mash is immense, and the mash it makes is delicious.
