How long do potatoes last, and how can you tell if they are bad? Get link Facebook X Pinterest Email Other Apps Please share your answer in the answers box below. Your help can support others with the same question. Get link Facebook X Pinterest Email Other Apps Comments Frances NoahJune 9, 2025 at 5:35 PMHow long do potatoes last?Uncooked potatoes: Stored in a cool, dark, well-ventilated place (like a pantry), they can last 3 to 5 weeks.Refrigerated potatoes: Not ideal, but if refrigerated, they can last about 2 months, though refrigeration can affect taste and texture.Cooked potatoes: Usually last about 3 to 5 days in the fridge.How to tell if potatoes are bad:Sprouts: Small sprouts are okay—just remove them before cooking. Large sprouts or many sprouts mean it’s time to discard.Soft or mushy texture: Fresh potatoes should be firm. If they feel soft, wrinkled, or shriveled, they’re past their prime.Green color: A green tint means the potato has been exposed to light and may contain solanine, a toxin. Avoid eating green parts.Bad smell: A musty, moldy, or sour odor means the potato is spoiled.Mold or dark spots: Visible mold or black spots are signs of decay—discard those potatoes.If you see any of these signs, it’s best to throw the potato out.ReplyDeleteRepliesReplyAdd commentLoad more... Post a Comment
How long do potatoes last?
ReplyDeleteUncooked potatoes: Stored in a cool, dark, well-ventilated place (like a pantry), they can last 3 to 5 weeks.
Refrigerated potatoes: Not ideal, but if refrigerated, they can last about 2 months, though refrigeration can affect taste and texture.
Cooked potatoes: Usually last about 3 to 5 days in the fridge.
How to tell if potatoes are bad:
Sprouts: Small sprouts are okay—just remove them before cooking. Large sprouts or many sprouts mean it’s time to discard.
Soft or mushy texture: Fresh potatoes should be firm. If they feel soft, wrinkled, or shriveled, they’re past their prime.
Green color: A green tint means the potato has been exposed to light and may contain solanine, a toxin. Avoid eating green parts.
Bad smell: A musty, moldy, or sour odor means the potato is spoiled.
Mold or dark spots: Visible mold or black spots are signs of decay—discard those potatoes.
If you see any of these signs, it’s best to throw the potato out.