827001_patatas_3.jpgPotatoes are the most popular vegetable all over the world. They are more popular than the salad vegetable like the onions and lettuce. In different homes the potato is cooked in different ways. The potatoes can be boiled, steamed, roasted or cooked as a vegetable.

The potatoes are full of nutrients when cooked in a proper way. They are high in Vitamin C and also high in fiber and carbohydrates and potassium. The fact is that one potato contains 45 % of Vitamin C needed for good health.

The potato also has fiber, iron, calcium, zinc and Vitamin B which is present in the skin of the potato. Do not store potato in the refrigerator as the cold will turn the potato starch into sugar and their color will turn dark. To store potato, you are advised to store them in a cool and dark place as too much light can turn them into green color.

The potato can be added to any vegetable and it tastes good. So whether you cook potato on its own or with something else the potato will remain a tasty food and you can make mouthwatering dishes with potato.