Super source
Energy
344 kcal · 17% DV target
A fine, bright white powder extracted from tubers, potato starch is a versatile thickening agent that creates a translucent, silky texture in sauces and provides a superior crispness to fried coatings.
Potato starch is a significant source of resistant starch (a type of carbohydrate that resists digestion in the small intestine), which reaches the colon to serve as a prebiotic for gut bacteria .2312
Replacing rapidly digestible starches with resistant potato starch consistently reduces peak postprandial blood glucose (the spike in blood sugar after eating) and improves insulin response .311
Clinical evidence indicates that supplementing with potato starch can alter the gut microbiome by increasing the production of short-chain fatty acids (compounds that support colon health) and decreasing the ratio of certain less-desirable bacteria .2
Early research suggests that potato starch supplementation may influence metabolic markers beyond glucose, with one study finding it increased serum levels of choline (an essential nutrient for liver and brain health) .6
Petal shape shows the nine FoodCompass domains, including nutrient density, processing, satiety, fats, and phytochemicals.
344 kcal · 17% DV target
85.0 g · 31% DV target
41.0 μg · 10% DV target
Seasonality has not been estimated for this ingredient yet.
Store in a cool, dry place to prevent clumping.
Potatoes have a relatively low carbon and water footprint compared to cereal grains.
Unlike most starches, potato starch contains large granules and a significant amount of naturally occurring phosphate, which contributes to its high swelling power and unique viscosity.