4 Foolproof Tips for Choosing the Best Potatoes
Gourmandize Staff,
Identifying Good Potatoes
Using poor potatoes can result in an equally poor-tasting dish. Start off by picking potatoes that are ripe and healthy. Here's how to identify them:
- Firm — The best potatoes are firm when you squeeze them. Soft potatoes are old and possibly going bad, so either don't buy them or make sure to eat them straight away.
- Smooth — If the potatoes are wrinkly, this could indicate a loss of moisture (and nobody likes dry potatoes!)
- Color — Avoid potatoes with green skin. This is an indication the potato has been exposed to sunlight and may contain a toxin called solanine, which can cause gastrointestinal problems.
- Blemishes, Bruises and Sprouts — Make sure to cut these away before cooking.
