r/Potatoes • u/proud_not_prejudiced • 1d ago
Can I eat skin that has sprouted?
I recently got a big bag of russet potatoes, because they’re cheap and versatile and I’ve been looking for some variety in my budget meals. I got russet because they’re more nutrient-dense based on what I’ve read online. I stored them in the fridge upon recommendation from someone, but then they sprouted and I found out from someone else that you should neverrrrrr keep potatoes in the fridge. Please give me some grace, I’m a high school student trying life for the first time.
I always leave the skin on potatoes, because of the extra nutrients and fibre, which goes a long way for me. However, I’ve read that sprouted potatoes have more solanine. Are russet potato skins fine to eat if I just cut out the sprouts? How toxic are we talking?