Yes there are potatoes that are purple—both on the inside and on the outside. While they are purple in color, don't be fooled, however. They don't taste like eggplant, purple grapes, or any other purple-tinged fruit or veg. They just taste like regular potatoes. 5 мар. 2020 г.
Do purple potatoes taste different?
Purple potatoes taste similar to a regular russet potato. Their texture is less starchy and moister, and their flavor is slightly nuttier and earthier.
What is the difference between purple potatoes and regular potatoes?
The one significant difference between purple potatoes and Russet potatoes is the antioxidant content; purple potatoes contain 4 times as much antioxidants as Russet potatoes. Anthocyanin is a pigment that creates the purple color in the potatoes and also acts as an antioxidant.
Do purple potatoes taste the same as white?
Some common varieties include Purple Peruvian, Purple Majesty, All Blue, Congo, Adirondack Blue, Purple Fiesta, and Vitelotte. They have a denser texture and slightly nuttier, earthier flavor than white potatoes.
Do purple potatoes taste like sweet potatoes?
The purple-fleshed sweet potato has a slightly sweeter flavour than the regular variety. However you can use it in all the same ways you use regular sweet potatoes – it just adds that extra pop of colour!
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