Why are my potatos black?
I microwaved some sliced potatoes yesterday in preparation for grilling. As we decided it was too hot to grill last night I saved them in the fridge for today. Some parts of them look like they have turned black! Why? Are they still safe to eat?
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Have succesfully stored peeled, cut potatoes in bowl of cold water either on kitchen countertop (4-6 hours) or in refrigerator (24 hours). the water should be plentiful and thoroughly cover the potatoes. Usually do this in plastic or ceramic bowl, not always covered. Always do this for Tgiving, when time is limited.
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re: Diane in Bexley
billieboy
Mar 6, 2009 05:00 PM
Yep...as soon as you peel and cut them...into a bowl of water. A drop or two of vinegar or lemon juice helps too. Prevents to spuds from becoming oxidized. Also a very very sharp knife helps as it keeps the cut clean without any roughness. Less surface area.
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Cut potatoes will turn black when they are not rinsed. I can't remember what exactly causes this, but I know enough to rinse grated or sliced potatoes before cooking them. When you steam or boil, enough water comes in contact with the potatoes to remove this problem. But when you microwave, this doesn't happen. There was nothing "wrong" with the potatoes that would make them unsafe to eat - but they are unsightly. Next time - rinse before microwaving and you'll avoid the black potato syndrome.
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maria lorraine
Jun 10, 2008 06:26 PM
That's just what happens when you let them sit too long. First, they turn pink, then black. Throw them out.
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