The best place to store potatoes without sprouts. Bonus: signs that cannot be consumed
Are your potatoes sprouting soon after you buy them? Here's how to keep them in good condition, even for six months!
Storing potatoes in a suitable location affects their long-term stability. According to the British Food Standards Agency, potatoes should be stored in the refrigerator or in a cool, dry place.
Experts have previously warned against storing potatoes in the refrigerator as the potential health risks of storing them at low temperatures were highlighted. Refrigerated potatoes can form acrylamide, a substance that has been linked to cancer risk. However, what is the best way to store potatoes?
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Place them in a dark, ventilated place
Potatoes need to be stored in a cool, dark place, otherwise light will cause photosynthesis and sprouting, as noted by the Daily Express. Also, it would be ideal if the temperature was around 10°C. So, if you want them to stop sprouting, you need to put the potatoes in paper bags that you place in a dark place, a porch closet, a garden shed. Don't smother them in plastic bags or near onions or other vegetables or fruits. They will cook each other too quickly, so the potatoes should be stored separately.
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This will prevent early germination!
Choose large potatoes with thick skin. They should not show any signs of impacts, abrasions, mold or stains. Remove any dirt, but do not wash the potatoes as moisture promotes sprouting. Place the potatoes on a sheet of newspaper or paper in a cool, dark place. It would be ideal if air could circulate between them. This way they can be kept in good condition for several weeks.
Signs that they are no longer good
Do not eat potatoes that show visible signs that they are no longer edible. Landscaping is one of them. Potatoes turn green when exposed to light and may contain toxins, so they should not be eaten. Also, if they have soft spots or are damp, it is better not to add them to the dishes. A bad smell is an indicator of spoiled potatoes. Fresh potatoes smell like the soil in which they grew, but rotten ones smell like mold.
