There is no need to toss the whole spud. Simply cut off the green part and use the rest of the potato safely. According to the United States Department of Agriculture, it's best to also remove the potato's skin because more solanine can be found in the skin. 3 мар. 2022 г.
Can you eat potatoes with a green tinge inside?
Although the green color itself is not harmful, it may indicate the presence of a toxin called solanine. Peeling green potatoes can help reduce solanine levels, but once a potato has turned green, it's best to throw it away.
How much green on a potato is safe?
Usually, a person will not keep eating a bitter potato because of the taste. However, if they were to eat a large amount of green potato they might get solanine poisoning. When solanine levels in a potato are greater than 0.1% the vegetable is not suitable for eating and could make a person sick.
What happens if you eat the green part of a potato?
Eating a green potato is unlikely to kill you, but it's best to avoid them. If your potato only has a few green spots you may be able to salvage them. You can try peeling off the skin or cutting off the green parts, but if they still taste bitter, get rid of them.
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