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Definition
A large, starchy variety of potato with brown skin and white flesh, ideal for baking, mashing, and frying due to its high starch content.
Sensory Profile
Technical Metrics
Culinary Suitability
Baking, Frying, Mashing
Starch Content
High
Storage (Cool, Dark Place)
2-4 weeks
Nutrition Facts
Per 1 medium potato (170g)Chef’s Secret
For extra crispy fries, double-fry: first at a lower temperature to cook through, then at a higher temperature to brown and crisp.
Substitutions
Idaho Potatoes
1:1Essentially the same, ideal for baking/frying.
Yukon Gold Potatoes
1:1Creamier, less floury, good for mashing.
Sweet Potatoes
1:1Different flavor, good for baking/frying, healthier profile.
White Potatoes
1:1More waxy, holds shape better, good all-purpose.
Buying Guide
Choose firm, blemish-free potatoes without sprouts or green spots.