Top 82 Tubers
in the World

Yukon Gold is an all-purpose potato with yellow skin and yellow flesh. These potatoes are usually round or oblong and slightly flattened. Their skin is dotted with small brown spots, while the flesh is firm, moist, and waxy. Yukon Gold potatoes were created in Canada, as a cross between the North American white potatoes and the yellow-fleshed South American potatoes. They were first released to the market in 1980. Because of their medium-starch content, these potatoes are incredibly versatile, and they can be used in a variety of dishes. They are suitable for boiling, frying, roasting, mashing, grilling, and sautéing. When cooked, these potatoes will have a buttery and earthy flavor. Expand

This potato is cultivated in the municipalities of Kato Nevrokopi, Kato Vrontos, Perithori, Dasoto, Lefkogia, Khrisokefalos, Okhiro, Vathitopos, and Katafitos. These potatoes were first grown in the area in the 1920s, and they have since enjoyed great popularity among consumers due to their superior quality. Kato Nevrokopi potatoes are high in carbohydrates, starch, and proteins thanks to the region's excellent climatic conditions and sandy soils. They are cultivated in the summer to be harvested in September, when the temperature is lower and precipitation is higher. Kato Nevorkopi potatoes are recognized in Greece for their flavor, and are the main ingredient in various dishes, but can also be industrially processed into various products such as potato flour, chips, etc.Expand

These are Liseta, Spunta, Marfona, Vivaldi, and Alaska variety potatos grown on the island of Naxos. They have a smooth yellow skin and contain over 18% starch and less than 1% sugar. These potatos are harvested by hand twice a year, from mid-February to March and from August to September. Since they are harvested earlier than other potatoes, they is highly sought after on the market and fetch a higher price. Patata Naxou is famous throughout Greece, and is one of the main ingredients in many recipes. To promote this tasty potato, Naxos local authorities hold the Annual Naxos Potato Festival every August, which has marked a 10% increase in attendance every year.Expand

Papa criolla is a potato variety that's native to South America and it's especially popular in Colombia. These tubers are small in size, similar to a golf ball. The flesh is yellow to dark yellow, an indication of high lutein and zeaxanthin content. The Colombian papas criollas grow wild in the highlands of the Andes. The skin is thin and tender. These potatoes are often used in traditional dishes such as ajiaco soup, but they are also roasted, fries, boiled, mashed, or even skewered and grilled. Expand

Sweet potato cultivation in Portugal has a long tradition. This particular variety came about in the region of Aljezur, where sweet potatoes have been raised for centuries. The soil of the Aljezur region is sandy, and the oceanic climate and the proximity of the river Mira contribute to the quality of the local sweet potato. The pear-shaped Aljezur potato has purple or yellow-brown skin and bright yellow flesh. Its sweet flavor is reminiscent of chestnuts, and its texture is quite smooth. It is used in a wide range of recipes and products from soups and salads to traditional cakes and sweets.Expand

Patata de Galicia is a potato of the Solanum tuberosum L. cv. Kennebec variety grown in the Autonomous Community of Galicia. This location offers optimal soil and climatic conditions which ensure the proper development and superior characteristics of these potatoes. This potato is round or oval in shape with smooth, light yellow skin and white flesh. It is creamy in texture after cooking and very flavorful. Patata de Galicia is a staple ingredient in local cuisine and plays a significant role in many traditional dishes, from different stews and soups to roasts.Expand

The American state of Idaho produces more than 25 varieties of potatoes, from the firm Cal Red to the popular Russet Burbank to unusually named Russian Banana Fingerling. The most famous varieties include Russet Burbank, Russet Norkotah, Cal Red, Red La Soda, Red Norland, Russian Banana Fingerling, French Fingerling, Purple Peruvian Fingerling, Yukon Gold, and Yukon Gem Gold. However, upon hearing the term Idaho potatoes, most people associate it with Russet Burbank, which has a distinctive, earthy flavor and high content of solids, making it ideal for baking. Its shape is elongated, with rough skin and few eyes. This potato variety was named after Luther Burbank, a scientist who developed the strain in Massachusetts.Expand

Jewel Yam is an orange-fleshed sweet potato that was created in the mid-20th century in the United States. These large potatoes are usually cylindrical with copper-colored skin and tapered ends, while their flesh is bright orange, firm, and moist. In cooking, they can be baked, roasted, cooked, or fried, but they are also commonly mashed or used in casseroles, soups, or even desserts. They remain bright orange after they are cooked, while their flavor is sweet and usually subtly earthy. Expand

Cassava is a woody shrub native to Brazil and the tropical areas of the Americas. It is widely cultivated throughout Latin America and the Caribbean, and it is often praised for its edible, starchy tuberous root, which is a great source of carbohydrates. The root has a brown, fibrous exterior, and white flesh on the interior. It is a staple food of the native Arawak population, especially when prepared in the form of cassava bread. The root is truly a versatile ingredient as it can be boiled, steamed, grilled, fried, mashed, baked, or added to various stews. When dried into a powder, it is known as tapioca, which is an ingredient that is often used in the preparation of desserts. Cassava root is usually served with meat, sprinkled with lime juice, pepper, and salt.Expand

Papa púrpura are Peruvian purple potatoes. The skin and flesh have a deep purple color, and when cooked, the potatoes usually turn bluish. They're cooked just like regular potatoes and the flavor is also similar to regular potatoes, just with buttery notes. It's recommended to roast them, add them to salads, or deep-fry them. In pre-Hispanic times, purple potatoes were usually reserved exclusively for the Inca Kings, and nowadays some chefs affectionately call them Gems of the Andes. Interestingly, they contain two to three times the antioxidants found in yellow or white potatoes.Expand