Although sprouts may look unappealing, recently sprouted potatoes are still safe to eat as long as you remove the sprouts. You can do so by simply snapping them off with your fingers. You shouldn't eat the sprouts because they contain solanine, chaconine, and other toxic glycoalkaloids. 13 мар. 2020 г.
Is it safe to eat potatoes with sprouts?
By Leah Brickley for Food Network Kitchen The short answer is yes. Potatoes that have sprouted are still OK to eat, but only once you've removed the sprouts.
Are potato sprouts poisonous to touch?
The poison is found throughout the plant, but particularly in green potatoes and new sprouts. Never eat potatoes that are spoiled or green below the skin. Always throw away the sprouts. Potatoes that are not green and have had any sprouts removed are safe to eat.
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