POTATO

The potato (Solanum tuberosum) is an edible tuber, one of the most widely consumed staple foods in the world, after rice, wheat, and corn. Native to the Andean highlands of South America, it is now cultivated on every continent in a variety of climates. Valued for its culinary versatility, nutritional richness, and ease of cultivation, the potato plays a key role in the global diet and economy.

Uses


Culinary : Whole seeds Sprinkled on breads, bagels, salads, or stir-fries.
Meals: Boiled, roasted, fried, mashed, baked, in salads, or soups (e.g., vichyssoise, parmentier).
Specialties: French fries (Belgium, France), gnocchi (Italy), aloo (India), papas rellenas (Latin America).
Side Dish: Served with meat, fish, or vegetables in many cuisines.
Industry: Potato starch is used in processed foods, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals.
Agriculture: The residue is used as fertilizer or livestock feed.
Alcohol: Base for spirits such as vodka or aquavit in some countries.



The potato (Solanum tuberosum) is an edible tuber, one of the most widely consumed staple foods in the world, after rice, wheat, and corn. Native to the Andean highlands of South America, it is now cultivated on every continent in a variety of climates. Valued for its culinary versatility, nutritional richness, and ease of cultivation, the potato plays a key role in the global diet and economy.

Uses


Culinary : Whole seeds Sprinkled on breads, bagels, salads, or stir-fries.
Meals: Boiled, roasted, fried, mashed, baked, in salads, or soups (e.g., vichyssoise, parmentier).
Specialties: French fries (Belgium, France), gnocchi (Italy), aloo (India), papas rellenas (Latin America).
Side Dish: Served with meat, fish, or vegetables in many cuisines.
Industry: Potato starch is used in processed foods, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals.
Agriculture: The residue is used as fertilizer or livestock feed.
Alcohol: Base for spirits such as vodka or aquavit in some countries.