Vegetables
Potato
ジャガイモ じゃがいも jagaimo
Also known asjagaimo, bareisho
At its best in May, Jun, Oct, Nov, Dec
When it is at its best
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
In seasonAvailable
How to cook
Nikujaga (potato and beef simmered)
Danshaku falls apart easily; May Queen holds its shape.
Potato salad
The floury Danshaku variety suits it best.
French fries
Soak in water before frying.
Steamed potato with butter
Steamed or baked.
How to choose
Taut skin with no sprouts. Avoid any with a green tinge.
Storage
Light turns them green, so store in the dark. Keeping them with an apple slows sprouting.
Main areas
Good to know
Green patches and sprouts contain solanine and must be removed thoroughly before cooking.
