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Alaskan fingerling potatoes are small in size and have a slender, oblong, knobby, finger-like shape. The thin, bumpy, skin is not uniform and is pink to rusty-brown in color with yellow to light tan spots. There are also a few deep-set eyes scattered across the surface. The flesh is golden yellow, firm, slippery, and dense. When cooked, Alaskan fingerling potatoes have a creamy texture with earthy flavors and a slightly sweet finish.
Alaskan fingerling potatoes are available year-round.
Alaskan fingerling potatoes, botanically classified as Solanum tuberosum, are a part of the heritage variety and are members of the Solanaceae, or nightshade family. Also known as Magic Myrna, Alaskan fingerling potatoes are a relatively new cultivar and are known for their sweet flavor which is reminiscent of the sweet potato.
Alaskan fingerling potatoes are a good source of vitamin C, vitamin B6, potassium, and antioxidants.
Alaskan fingerling potatoes are best suited for cooked applications such as boiling, steaming, and sautéing. They are most popularly roasted as they develop a firm and buttery consistency, but they can also be roasted and smashed for a crunchier side dish. Alaskan fingerling potatoes can be used in soups, stews, hashes, and for Hasselback recipes. Alaskan fingerling potatoes pair well with pork, roasted chicken, bacon, lemon, rosemary, carrots, aioli, dandelion greens, thyme, leeks, and shallots. They will keep up to two weeks when stored in a cool, dry, and dark place, but they are not suitable for long-term storage.
Alaskan fingerling potatoes are just one of the many varieties that are grown in Alaska. Potatoes continue to be ranked as one of the top five crops in Alaska. According to the Anchorage Heritage Garden, which was established in 2014, Alaska has a diverse climate that can successfully grow several thousand varieties of potatoes that are found from around the world. There is even a Potato Lovers Bash that is held in Anchorage each February that celebrates specialty varieties and introduces them to consumers to research which varieties are the most popular.
Alaskan fingerling potatoes, also known as Magic Myrna, were developed in Alaska by potato disease control specialist, Bill Campbell. He produced many tubers for the Alaska Certified Seed Potato Growers and named the variety after his wife, Myrna. Alaskan fingerling potatoes can also be found at Weiser Family Farms near Bakersfield, CA and in local farmers markets across the United States.
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Description/Taste
Alaskan fingerling potatoes are small in size and have a slender, oblong, knobby, finger-like shape. The thin, bumpy, skin is not uniform and is pink to rusty-brown in color with yellow to light tan spots. There are also a few deep-set eyes scattered across the surface. The flesh is golden yellow, firm, slippery, and dense. When cooked, Alaskan fingerling potatoes have a creamy texture with earthy flavors and a slightly sweet finish.
Seasons/Availability
Alaskan fingerling potatoes are available year-round.
Current Facts
Alaskan fingerling potatoes, botanically classified as Solanum tuberosum, are a part of the heritage variety and are members of the Solanaceae, or nightshade family. Also known as Magic Myrna, Alaskan fingerling potatoes are a relatively new cultivar and are known for their sweet flavor which is reminiscent of the sweet potato.
Nutritional Value
Alaskan fingerling potatoes are a good source of vitamin C, vitamin B6, potassium, and antioxidants.
Applications
Alaskan fingerling potatoes are best suited for cooked applications such as boiling, steaming, and sautéing. They are most popularly roasted as they develop a firm and buttery consistency, but they can also be roasted and smashed for a crunchier side dish. Alaskan fingerling potatoes can be used in soups, stews, hashes, and for Hasselback recipes. Alaskan fingerling potatoes pair well with pork, roasted chicken, bacon, lemon, rosemary, carrots, aioli, dandelion greens, thyme, leeks, and shallots. They will keep up to two weeks when stored in a cool, dry, and dark place, but they are not suitable for long-term storage.
Ethnic/Cultural Info
Alaskan fingerling potatoes are just one of the many varieties that are grown in Alaska. Potatoes continue to be ranked as one of the top five crops in Alaska. According to the Anchorage Heritage Garden, which was established in 2014, Alaska has a diverse climate that can successfully grow several thousand varieties of potatoes that are found from around the world. There is even a Potato Lovers Bash that is held in Anchorage each February that celebrates specialty varieties and introduces them to consumers to research which varieties are the most popular.
Geography/History
Alaskan fingerling potatoes, also known as Magic Myrna, were developed in Alaska by potato disease control specialist, Bill Campbell. He produced many tubers for the Alaska Certified Seed Potato Growers and named the variety after his wife, Myrna. Alaskan fingerling potatoes can also be found at Weiser Family Farms near Bakersfield, CA and in local farmers markets across the United States.
Featured Restaurants
Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.
| Fairmont Grand Del Mar | San Diego CA | 858-314-1975 |
| US Grant Hotel Grill | San Diego CA | 619-232-3121 |
| El Jardin Restaurant | San Diego CA | 619-356-5444 |
| Lauberge Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-259-1515 |
| US Grant Hotel Main | San Diego CA | 619-232-3121 |
| Mille Fleurs | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-756-3085 |
| InterContinental Vistal Kitchen | San Diego CA | 619-501-9400 |
| The Farm Golf Club | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-756-5585 |
| Sheraton Carlsbad (20/20) | Carlsbad CA | 760-827-2400 |
| Golden Door | San Marcos CA | 760-761-4142 |
| Rancho Valencia | Del Mar CA | 858-756-1123 |
| Kettner Exchange | San Diego CA | 312-415-5455 |
| Ballast Point Restaurant - Little Italy | San Diego CA | 619-298-2337 |
| The Oceanaire Seafood Room | San Diego CA | 619-858-2277 |
| Lodge at Torrey Pines Main | San Diego CA | 858-453-4420 |
| Cal A Vie | Vista CA | 760-945-2055 |
| Searsucker Del Mar | San Diego CA | 858-369-5700 |
| Hotel La Jolla & CUSP | La Jolla CA | 858-459-0261 |
| The Land & Water Company | Carlsbad CA | 760-729-5263 |
| Little Lion | San Diego CA | 619-519-4079 |
| Luce | San Diego CA | 619-275-2094 |
| Local Tap House & Kitchen | Oceanside CA | 760-547-1469 |
| AToN Center Inc. | Encinitas CA | 858-759-5017 |
| Campfire | Carlsbad CA | 858-231-0862 |
| Amicis Ristobar | San Diego CA | 858-847-2740 |
| Trust Restaurant | San Diego CA | 609-780-7572 |
| Vista Valley | Vista CA | 760-758-2800 |
| Fort Oak | San Diego CA | 619-795-6901 |
| Cueva Bar | San Diego CA | 619-269-6612 |
| Smoothie Rider | San Diego CA | 858-208-0774 |
| Born & Raised | San Diego CA | 619-550-5412 |
| Hyatt Islandia | San Diego CA | 619-224-1234 |
| The Wild Thyme Company | San Diego CA | 858-527-0226 |
| Viewpoint Brewing Co. | Del Mar CA | 858-205-9835 |
| Pamplemousse Grill | Solana Beach CA | 858-792-9090 |
| Miho Gastrotruck | San Diego CA | 619-867-4295 |
| InterContinental Banquet Kitchen | San Diego CA | 619-501-9400 |
| Marriott Marina Kitchen | San Diego CA | 619-234-1500 x6113 |
| Exhale | Oceanside CA | 760-420-2098 |
| La Costa Glen South | Carlsbad CA | 760-704-1000 |
| Tribute Pizza | San Diego CA | 858-220-0030 |
| Blind Lady | San Diego CA | 619-255-2491 |
| Sorority Cuisine - Kappa Alpha Theta | San Diego CA | 619-339-1924 |
| Sheraton Carlsbad (Distribution Center) | Carlsbad CA | 760-827-2400 |
| Le Papagayo | Encinitas CA | 760-944-8252 |
| Jeune Et Jolie | Carlsbad CA | 858-231-0862 |
| Woods Kitchen Foods | San Diego CA | 619-719-6924 |
| Half Door Brewing | San Diego CA | 619-232-9845 |
| University Club | San Diego CA | 619-234-5200 |
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Santa Monica Farmers Market
Alex Weiser
Near Santa Monica, California, United States511 Hill st. #205 Santa Monica Ca 90405 1-310-930-0903 About 17 days ago, 5/08/19 Sharer's comments : Weiser Family Farms 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
Alex Weiser
Near Santa Monica, California, United States511 Hill st. #205 Santa Monica Ca 90405 1-310-930-0903 About 24 days ago, 5/01/19 Sharer's comments : Weiser Family Farms 
Virginia Park Farmer's Market
Weiser Family Farms
Near Santa Monica, California, United Stateshttp://www.weiserfamilyfarms.com About 133 days ago, 1/12/19 Sharer's comments : Alaskan Fingerling Potato spotted at Virginia Park Farmer's Market. 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
Sarah - Weiser
Near Santa Monica, California, United States19247 Highline Road Tehachapi CA 93561 909-697-0807 About 136 days ago, 1/09/19 |
