The Big Guide to Every Type of Potato - Epicurious
Offered By: Epicurious via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Embark on a comprehensive 25-minute video journey exploring the diverse world of potatoes with Chef Adrienne Cheatham. Discover the unique characteristics and ideal uses for waxy, mealy, and all-purpose potato varieties. Learn which potatoes are best suited for crispy french fries, perfect roasting, boiling, mashing, and stewing. Gain valuable insights into various potato types, including Idaho Russet, Upstate Abundance, Kennebec, Gold Rush Russet, Russet Burbank, Red Bliss, Banana Fingerling, Pinto Gold, Baby Reds/Whites, German Butterball, Purple Peruvian, Purple Viking, Peter Wilcox, and Yukon Gold. Witness practical demonstrations of french fry and potato chip preparation, a density test, and the creation of potato salad and mashed potatoes. Acquire the knowledge and confidence needed to excel in all your potato-based culinary endeavors.
Syllabus
Introduction
Types Of Potato
Idaho Russet
Upstate Abundance
Kennebec
Gold Rush Russet
Russet Burbank
Red Bliss
French Fry Test
Potato Chips
Banana Fingerling
Pinto Gold
Density Test
Baby Reds / Baby Whites
Potato Salad
German Butterball
Purple Peruvian
Purple Viking
Peter Wilcox
Yukon Gold
Mashed Potatoes
Taught by
Epicurious
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