Category: Vegetables

There, Japanese sweet potatoes are often roasted whole and enjoyed as a standalone street snack, particularly when the crop is in season in fall and winter. They’re also mashed or pureed and served with candied chestnuts in kuri kinton, a traditional New Year’s dish. Do Japanese people eat sweet potatoes? Sweet potatoes are eaten very […]

You absolutely can substitute red potatoes for the russets in potato soup. Red potatoes are waxy, have more moisture, and tend to keep their shape better when cooked, so some people actually prefer them when making soup. Are russet potatoes and red potatoes the same? Red Potatoes …have less starch and more sugars than russet […]

Also, not all potatoes are created equal. Sweet potatoes are healthier than russets, right? Well, not necessarily.The Real Truth About Sweet Potatoes vs. Russets. 4 oz. Baked Sweet Potatoes (1 medium, about 112 grams) 4 oz. Baked Russet Potatoes (1 small, about 112 grams) Carbs (g) 24 24.3 Fiber (g) 3.7 2.6 Sugars (g) 8 […]

But please, do not blame yourself. If you live in a place where only old potatoes are sold, they are bound to taste sugary. Old potatoes are the ones that have been kept in cold storage for weeks or even months. The farmers or traders want the potatoes to last longer while waiting for their […]

Look For Potatoes that are fairly clean, smooth, and firm. Potatoes that are free from large cuts, growth cracks, bruises, skinned areas, and decay. Some amount of skinning is normal in new potatoes. Potatoes of uniform size for even cooking. This is particularly important in baking or boiling potatoes whole. What are the signs of […]

Types of White Potatoes They are extremely versatile and can be used for baking, boiling, frying, mashing, roasting, or steaming. Long white potatoes are really more of an oval shape, again with thin, light tan skin. They have a medium level of starch and are used for boiling, frying, and microwaving. What is the difference […]

Red potatoes and Yukon gold potatoes are also good baked, and they lend a more buttery flavor with a less-fluffy texture; I love red potatoes best in this creamy vegetable soup and Yukon gold best in these insanely good mashed potatoes! What are gold potatoes good for? But eaten in moderation, they’re a good source […]

Beauregard Sweet Potatoes They are the sweetest orange sweet potato on this list and are plenty juicy, making them a great all-purpose sweet potato. What are the sweetest white potatoes? The term white sweet potato is used to describe any variety of sweet potato that has white flesh. The two most common white-fleshed sweet potatoes […]

When potatoes are stored too long, in a too-cold environment (below 41°F) the starches within convert to sugar. This not only makes for an overly-sweet potato but also alters the cooking chemistry – resulting in uneven cooking performance and discoloration. How do you keep potatoes from tasting sweet? What can I do with them so […]

Choosing Potatoes Yukon gold and other yellow potatoes are low- to medium-starch potatoes, and are well suited to roasting, mashing, baked dishes, and soups and chowders. Round red and round white potatoes have less starch and more moisture, making them best for boiling, but they can also be roasted or fried. What are the different […]

Russet potatoes – otherwise known as Idaho potatoes in North America – are in many ways the consummate potato. A large all-rounder with mealy white flesh and dark brown skin, they’re great for baking, mashing, roasting, french-frying – the lot. They’re also perfect for potato chips (or crisps to the Brits). What is the difference […]

White potatoes are hands-down the best option for baking. While waxy varieties like red, yellow and gold potatoes become soft and creamy in the oven, white potatoes have a relatively high starch content and become light and fluffy when baked. What kind of potatoes are best for baking? Russet potatoes are the classic choice for […]

But eaten in moderation, they’re a good source of vitamins B6 and C, as well as potassium and fiber. Eating them may lead to better sleep and lower the risk of heart disease. Many of the nutrients in potatoes are in or near the skin—a good argument for buying organic and enjoying them skins and […]

The Red Pontiac ( also known as Dakota Chief), is a red-skinned early main crop potato variety originally bred in the U.S., and is sold in the United States, Canada, Australia, Algeria, the Philippines, Venezuela and Uruguay. What are small red-skinned potatoes called? Red Potatoes Also known as red bless or redskin potatoes. Red potatoes […]

Purple yams, also known as ube, are nutritious root vegetables that may offer several health benefits. What kind of potato is purple on the inside? Also known as ‘white skin purple flesh sweet potatoes‘ or just ‘purple-fleshed sweet potatoes’, the purple sweet potato is prized for its naturally occurring purple flesh. How many types of […]

Eating purple potatoes can boost your antioxidant intake and reduce inflammation. They’re especially rich in anthocyanins, which are antioxidant compounds linked to improved eye and heart health, as well as a lower risk of chronic disease. Are purple potatoes better than regular potatoes? Purple Potatoes are Loaded with Antioxidants For most whole foods , the […]