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Red Potatoes

Inventory, 50 lbs : 61.85
This item was last sold on : 09/20/21

• 82 Featured Restaurants

• 24 Recipe Ideas

• 4 Sharess

Description/Taste

Red potatoes are small to medium in size and are round or oval with a somewhat uniform shape. The thin skin is ruby to deep red and is smooth with some light brown speckling, spots, and indentations. There are also a few medium-set eyes found across the surface of the skin. The flesh is crisp, white, and firm. When cooked, Red potatoes have a waxy and dense texture and a mild, buttery, and earthy flavor.

Seasons/Availability

Red potatoes are available year-round.

Current Facts

Red potatoes, botanically classified as Solanum tuberosum, is a broad category encompassing many different varieties that belong to the Solanaceae, or nightshade family along with tomatoes, eggplant, and bell peppers. Red potatoes are globally known for holding their shape well when cooked and can be used in a number of culturally diverse recipes. They are also widely popular being both commercially grown and cultivated in home gardens for individual use. Red potatoes are often labeled as "new potatoes,” though this categorization only refers to the Red potatoes that are harvested prematurely and have a small size.

Nutritional Value

Red potatoes contain vitamin C, fiber, and some iron.

Applications

Red potatoes are best suited for cooked applications such as boiling, mashing, baking, or roasting. They readily absorb accompanying flavors and offer a textural element in a variety of dishes both cold and hot. Red potatoes are considered an excellent salad potato because they hold their shape well when cooked and can be roasted and smashed when small in size. They can also be used in soups, stews, and curries, or served baked or mashed. Red potatoes are popularly diced and sautéed for breakfast hash or sliced thin and used on pizza. They can be cubed, roasted, and served alongside meats as a hearty side dish. Red potatoes pair well with lemon, garlic, parmesan cheese, rosemary, herbs, basil, dill, parsley, goat cheese, leeks, sausage, Shishito peppers, and green beans. They will keep for a couple of weeks when stored in a cool, dry, and dark place.

Ethnic/Cultural Info

The Red potato is an extremely popular potato both grown commercially and in home gardens. Many families in the United States grow up only using Red potatoes because of their ease of use and because of tradition that carries down from generation to generation. The Red potato is an important economic crop for countries throughout the world as it offers a number of varieties and flavors, is filling, and families of all economic standings have access to it.

Geography/History

The Red potato was first cultivated in the mountains of Peru. Spanish explorers then brought the potato with them on returning voyages and introduced it to Europe in the 1560s. When potatoes became popular and spread across Europe, they were also carried to the United States. Today, Red potatoes are widely available and can be found in South America, the United States, and in Europe.

Featured Restaurants

Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.

Salvatore's	San Diego CA	619-544-1865
Clambake Catering	San Diego CA	858-220-9247
Stout Public House	San Diego CA	619-702-7933
Pacific Coast Grill	Solana Beach CA	858-794-4632
Morgan Run Resort and Club	Rancho Sante Fe CA	858-756-2471
Jimmy O's	Del Mar CA	858-350-3732
US Grant Hotel Grill	San Diego CA	619-232-3121
Encontro North Park	San Diego CA	310-955-6333
Royal Polaris Sportfishing	San Diego CA	619-226-8030
Miguel's Old Town	San Diego CA	619-298-9840
The Country Club Of Rancho Bernardo	San Diego CA	858-451-9100
Third Corner Encinitas	Encinitas CA	619-417-9251
La Jolla Country Club	San Diego CA	858-454-9601
Morning Glory	San Diego CA	619-629-0302
Miguel's Cocina Carlsbad	Carlsbad CA	760-759-1843
The Glen at Scripps Ranch	San Diego CA	858-444-8500
Estancia Adobe	San Diego CA	858-550-1000
Vista Valley	Vista CA	760-758-2800
Cape Rey Carlsbad, a Hilton Resort	Carlsbad CA	760-602-0800
Convention Center Shell	San Diego CA	619-295-3172

the other 62...

Quality Coast Inc	San Diego CA	619-734-1114
Mr A's	San Diego CA	619-239-1377
Claytons Bakery & Bistro	Coronado CA	619-435-5425
Eco Catering Grill	San Diego CA	619-997-8792
Hash House A Go Go	San Diego CA	951-764-0605
Coronado Yacht Club	Coronado CA	619-435-1848
UCSD Food & Nutrition Department La Jolla	San Diego CA	808-868-8639
Cal A Vie	Vista CA	760-945-2055
Harley Gray Kitchen and Bar	San Diego CA	619-840-7000
Cardellino	San Diego CA	619-722-3398
Chateau Lake San Marcos	San Marcos CA	760-670-5807
Polaris Supreme	San Diego CA	619-390-7890
Mitch's Seafood	San Diego CA	619-316-7314
Hyatt Islandia	San Diego CA	619-224-1234
Pendry SD (Lion Fish)	San Diego CA	619-738-7000
BFD-Big Front Door	San Diego CA	619-723-8183
Waters Catering	San Diego CA	619-276-8803 x4
Rubicon Deli-UTC	San Diego CA	619-200-4201
Tender Greens-Liberty Station	San Diego CA	619-226-6254
Reata Glen	Ladera Ranch CA	949-545-2250
Louisiana Purchase	San Diego CA
insideOUT	San Diego CA	619-888-8623
Paradise Point Resort BQT Kitchen	San Diego CA	858-490-6363
Pacifica Del Mar	Del Mar CA	858-792-0505
Madison	San Diego CA	619-822-3465
Bernardo Heights Country Club	San Diego CA	858-487-4022
Rovino The Foodery	San Diego CA	619-204-3666
Rosewood Kitchen	Oceanside CA	760-231-5886
The Compass	Carlsbad CA	760-434-1900
Isola La Jolla	La Jolla CA	858-412-5566
Tartine	Coronado CA	619-435-4323
Turf Supper Club	San Diego CA	619-234-6363
Capri Blu 2020	San Diego CA	858-673-5100
Bishop School	San Diego CA	858-459-4021 x212
Trust Restaurant	San Diego CA	609-780-7572
Glenbrook Health Center	Carlsbad CA	760-704-1000
Milton's Delicatessen, Grill & Bakery	Del Mar CA	858-792-2225
The Roxy Encinitas	Encinitas CA	760-230-2899
Burgeon Beer Co.	San Diego CA	760-814-2548
Rancho Valencia	Del Mar CA	858-756-1123
Raki Raki & Co.	San Diego CA	858-573-2400
Mesa College	San Diego CA	619-388-2240
Larsen's Steakhouse - La Jolla	San Diego CA	858-886-7561
Olive Tree Marketplace	San Diego CA	619-224-0443
The Shores	La Jolla CA	858-459-8271
Marriott Gaslamp	San Diego CA	619-696-0234 x6051
Blue Water Seafood Market and Grill	San Diego CA	619-497-0914
Villa Capri Poway	Poway CA	858-391-9400
UCSD Food & Nutrition Department Hillcrest	San Diego CA	619-380-9840
Pier 32 Water Front Grill	National City CA	619-718-6240
La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club	San Diego CA	858-454-7126
Hotel Del Coronado Serea Restaurant	Coronado CA	619-435-6611
La Clochette Du Coin-Pacific Beach	San Diego CA	619-402-7911
Red Tail Catering	San Marcos CA	858-605-8219
Leucadia Pizza Encinitas	Encinitas CA	760-942-2222
Firefly Beach	San Diego CA	619-222-6440
Neighborhood Burger	San Diego CA	619-446-0002
Chateau La Jolla	San Diego CA	858-459-4451
Volcano Rabbit	San Diego CA	619-232-8226
The Farm Golf Club	Rancho Santa Fe CA	858-756-5585
Vagabond Sportfishing Inc.	San Diego CA	619-993-9575
Maple Blue	San Diego CA	860-733-5126

Recipe Ideas

Recipes that include Red Potatoes. One

is easiest, three is harder.

Wonky Wonderful		Roasted Potatoes
Eat Good 4 LIfe		Parmesan and Romano Mashed Potatoes
This Savory Vegan		Vegan Potato Habanero White Pizza
The Cozy Apron		Saucy Hungarian Red Potato Goulash
Sugar N Spice Gals		Parmesan Roasted Red Potatoes
Running In A Skirt		Skinny Crock Pot Potato Cheddar Soup
The Pinning Mama		Crockpot Garlic Parmesan Mashed Potatoes
She Likes Food		Roasted Potato Cups Filled with Loaded Guacamole
Tips From a Typical Mom		Potato Soup
Our Salty Kitchen		Healthy No Mayo Potato Salad

the other 14...

Everyday Made Fresh		Chicken Stew
Audrey's Apron		â€œSkinnyâ€? Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Natasha's Kitchen		Baked Cheesy Ranch Potatoes
Aberdeens Kitchen		Southwest Roasted Potato Salad
Treat a Week		Tamarind Chickpea Curry
Jen Reviews		Filet Mignon with Drunken Mushrooms and Mashed Potatoes
Dinners For a Year and Beyond		New England Clam Chowder
Naturally Ella		Smoked Paprika Red Potatoes and Egg Bake
Little Dairy on the Prairie		Loaded Crash Potatoes
Bowl of Delicious		Slow Cooker Scalloped Potatoes
Running In A Skirt		5 Ingredient Crock Pot Rosemary Lemon Red Potatoes
This Savory Vegan		Vegan Mashed Potatoes and Gravy
Wine and Glue		Italian Roasted Smashed Potatoes
Handful of Recipes		Potato Stew

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мкр.алмагуль, 18а, Almaty 050060

Magnum cash and carry
Almagul 18a, Almaty, Kazakhstan

About 28 days ago, 8/25/21
Sharer's comments : Red potatoes from Northern fields of Kazakhstab

Super Indo Cinere Near Ciputat, Banten, Indonesia
About 434 days ago, 7/14/20
Sharer's comments : kentang merah

Исиналиева 27

Weekend food fair Kazakhfilm
микрорайон Казахфильм

Banten, Indonesia
About 668 days ago, 11/23/19
Sharer's comments : Red potatoes grown in North Kazakhstan at Almaty food fair

Central market of Athens - Greece

Athinagoras LTD
Central market of Athens Greece G-43

Near Athens, Attiki, Greece
About 694 days ago, 10/29/19
Sharer's comments : New variety red potatoes “Asterix” Locally grown Greece 🇬🇷