vegetable

Potato — Nutrition & Culinary Profile

Potato is one of the worlds most important staple crops, originating from the Andes. Excellent source of complex carbohydrates, vitamin C, potassium and dietary fiber.

Calories77kcal

Protein2.02g

Fat0.09g

Carbohydrates17.49g

Fiber2.2g

Sugar0.78g

Density0.65g/ml

Portion150g

Shelf life60days

Vitamins

A0mg

C19.7mg

D0mg

E0.01mg

K1.9mg

B10.08mg

B20.03mg

B31.05mg

B50.3mg

B60.3mg

B916mg

B120mg

Minerals

Calcium12mg

Iron0.81mg

Magnesium23mg

Phosphorus57mg

Potassium421mg

Sodium6mg

Zinc0.29mg

Selenium0.3mg

Culinary profile

sweetness2

acidity1

bitterness1

umami3

aroma3

textureFirm and starchy when raw, fluffy or creamy when cooked

Properties

glycemic index80

glycemic load14

ph5.6

water activity0.99

Diets

✓ vegan✓ vegetarian✓ gluten free✓ mediterranean

Processing states

raw

Fresh, unprocessed ingredient. Store refrigerated.

77 kcal4°C168 hrs

boiled

Cooked in boiling water. Softer texture, some nutrient loss to water.

73.15 kcal4°C48 hrs

steamed

Steamed. Minimal nutrient loss, retains natural texture.

75.46 kcal4°C48 hrs

baked

Oven-baked. Moderate water loss, flavour concentration.

84.7 kcal4°C48 hrs

grilled

Grilled over high heat. Fat drips off, smoky flavour.

83.16 kcal4°C24 hrs

fried

Pan-fried or deep-fried in oil. Higher fat and calorie content.

151.9 kcal4°C24 hrs

smoked

Smoked. Extended shelf life, concentrated flavour, lower moisture.

88.55 kcal4°C168 hrs

frozen

Frozen at -18°C. Nutrition virtually unchanged. Thaw before use.

77 kcal-18°C4320 hrs

dried

Dried/dehydrated. Highly concentrated nutrients. Rehydrate before cooking.

337.33 kcal20°C4320 hrs

pickled

Pickled in brine or vinegar. Acidic taste, extended shelf life.

69.3 kcal4°C720 hrs

Best pairings

Butter9.0 / 10

Bacon9.0 / 10

Onion8.5 / 10

Hard cheese8.5 / 10

Garlic8.5 / 10

Olive oil8.5 / 10

Dill8.5 / 10

Rosemary7.8 / 10

Black pepper7.7 / 10