Question

Paheli and Boojho peeled some potatoes and cut them into small pieces. They washed and boiled them in water. They threw away the excess water and fried them in oil adding salt and spices. Although the potato dish tasted very good, its nutrient value was less. Suggest a method of cooking potatoes that will not lower the nutrients in them?
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Answer 1

Answer:

Potatoes are rich in nutrients like carbohydrates, vitamins, dietary fiber, and minerals. Potato peel provides extra dietary fiber and nutrients to the body. A method of cooking potatoes that will not lower their nutrient value is:

i. Wash the potatoes thoroughly

ii. Cut the potatoes in small slices and cook them in the cooking pot with oil, spices, and salt. Cover up the pot while cooking. This method maintains the nutrients of potatoes.