1. Differences in appearance

White potatoes generally have white skins or almost light yellow skins. After being cut, white potatoes are also white inside, while red potatoes have red skins. , the inside is also red after cutting, instead of being light yellow like red-skinned potatoes. Therefore, the entire skin and flesh of red potatoes are the same red color, which is the direct difference from white potatoes.

2. Nutritional value

Red potatoes are rich in anthocyanins, which can protect eyesight, maintain health, improve sleep, and improve blood circulation. Containing a large amount of trace mineral elements, these can beautify the skin, resist aging, and prevent high blood pressure and cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases. It has some therapeutic effects. White potatoes are rich in nutrients, high in protein, very low in fat, and relatively high in protein and fiber.

3. Price difference

Currently, red potatoes cost about 4 to 5 yuan per pound, and one piece is 60 yuan, but when you purchase a certain quantity, the price will decrease appropriately. Of course, market prices may be different from those online. White potatoes cost 4 yuan per catty when purchased over 100 kilograms. You can buy two pieces for 19.9 yuan, and the ordinary one is 3 yuan per pound. It looks like both prices are about the same, with red potatoes still being slightly more expensive.

4. Difference in taste

Red potatoes taste better than ordinary potatoes. It tastes soft and waxy, juicy and has less starch, making it more suitable for stir-frying. At the same time, the taste is very sticky, suitable for making mashed potatoes, French fries, etc. Stir-fried red potatoes cook easily and quickly, so the processing time is very short. However, white potatoes contain a lot of starch, so they are suitable for extracting starch and making potato powder. They are most suitable for cooking or stewing.