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What happens when potatoes turn brown?

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Why Do Potatoes Turn Brown? As soon as you leave out peeled or cut potatoes, the oxidation process begins and the potatoes turn brown. Oxidation is a chemical reaction between the starches and sugars in the potato and the air that does not impact the edibility of the potato but does change its color. 24 февр. 2022 г.


Can you eat potatoes if they turn brown?

After peeled or grated potatoes are exposed to air they will begin to turn gray or brown. This appearance can be off-putting, but the good news is that the quality of the potato isn't compromised. This is a harmless natural reaction and it is perfectly fine to cook and eat potatoes even if they have turned gray.

How can you tell if brown potatoes are bad?

Some signs that uncooked potatoes have spoiled include dark spots on the skin, a soft or mushy texture, and foul odor. Cooked potatoes may have mold but can also spoil without any noticeable signs.

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