Welcome to the Celtnet Potato Recipes Home Page

Welcome to Celtnet's Potato Recipes Page — Potatoes are the starchy tubers of the plant Solanum tuberosum, a member of the Solonaceae (deadly nightshade) family of flowering plants. It is the world's most widely grown root crop and is the globe's fourth largest good crop. The plant is native to the New World and wild relatives of the potato are found from the Southern United States through Central America to Uruguay and Chile.

It seems, however, that the plant originates from southern Peru. Today, however, the most widely grown cultivar Solanum tuberosum tuberosum (which accounts for 99% of global production) is believed to be indigenous to Chiloé Archipelago where it was cultivated by the indigenous Chilean population.

The potato was introduced to Europe in 1536, and was spread world-wide by European Mariners. Once established in Europe, the potato soon became an important food staple and field crop. Indeed, by 1610 it is mentioned (under the name of 'Virginia Potato' as a salad ingredient in a number of English cookbooks.

Ultimately, the English word 'potato' derives from the Spanish patata which, itself, is a portmanteau word formed from a compound of the Taino batata (sweet potato) and the Quechua papa (potato); which would seem to suggest that, originally at least, the potato was regarded as a type of sweet potato (rather than the other way around, which is a common misconception today). In parts of the English Speaking world (most notably sub-Saharan Africa) potatoes are referred to as Irish Potatoes, to distinguish them from Sweet Potatoes which are also carbohydrate staples.

Potatoes are also incredibly versatile as a food source. Being a storage organ for the parent plant they pack lots of carbohydrate (in the form of starch) and thus considerable energy. However, 7% of this carbohydrate is indigesitble to human and counts the same as dietary fibre (it's 14% if the potato is cooked and consumed cold). As a result, eating potatoes can be an important preventative against colon cancer. Interestingly potatoes also improve glucose tolerance and insulin sensitivity and are important in controlling diabetes. What is much less known is that potatoes can also plasma cholesterol and triglyceride concentrations. There is also a very interesting effect in that, though packed with carbohydrates potatoes also increase satiety so that eating baked or boiled potatoes will actually help with dieting. A single potato (with skin) will actually provide 45% of the body's daily requirement of vitamin C.

There is a persistent old wives' tale that all the 'goodness' in a potato is to be found in the skin. Whilst not completely true, there is some veracity in this statement. Just under 50% of the dietary fibre in a potato is to be found in the skin as well as a significant portion of the vitamins and trace element. Indeed, the fibre content of a whole potato (with skin) is actually equal to that of many whole grain breads, pastas, and cereals.

The United Nations has designated 2008 as the 'year of the potato' in recognition of the potato's role in the nutrition of the developing world. Indeed, the production of potatoes in countries such as China and India has now vastly out-stripped production in the USA and individual European countries.

Here you will find all the potato and potato-associated recipes on this site gathered in one place.

Alphabetical list of potato recipes follow (limited to 100 recipes per page). There are 542 recipes in total:


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Ŵyau Ynys Môn
(Anglesey Eggs)
     Origin: Welsh
Bayrischer Kartoffelsalat
(Barvarian Potato Salad)
     Origin: German
Caldo Gallego II
(Galician Broth)
     Origin: Spain
A New Hot Pot
( A New Hot Pot)
     Origin: British
Be'geh Zigni
(Lamb Stew with Spices)
     Origin: Eritrea
Caldo Verde
(Green Soup)
     Origin: Portugal
Aaloo Gosht
(Mutton Curry with Potatoes)
     Origin: Pakistan
Beef and Potato Soup
     Origin: South Africa
Carbonada Criolla
(Argentine Vegetable Beef Stew)
     Origin: Argentina
Abbachio al Forno
(Italian Roast Baby Lamb)
     Origin: Italy
Beef Cakes
     Origin: British
Carne de Porco à Alentejana
(Pork in the style of Alentejo)
     Origin: Portugal
Adjapsandali
(Mixed Vegetable Sauté)
     Origin: Russia
Beef Samosas
     Origin: North India
Carne Gisada Con Papas
(Beef and Potatoes)
     Origin: Mexico
African Potato Omelette
     Origin: North Africa
Beef, Potato and Mushroom Stew
     Origin: Moldova
Carne Gizado
(Stewed Meat and Vegetables)
     Origin: Cape Verde
Afrikaanse Stoofschotel
     Origin: Lesotho
Beetroot Soup with Chicken
     Origin: Latvia
Carrots and Green Beans Soup
     Origin: South Africa
Afritadang Manok
(Watermelon Barbecue Sauce)
     Origin: Philippines
Beetroot, Apple and Potato Cakes
     Origin: English
Casserol Ceredigion
(Cardiganshire Casserole)
     Origin: Welsh
Agnesko S Presni Kartofi
(Lamb with New Potatoes)
     Origin: Russia
Bein des Lamms in der würzigen Suppe mit Frischgemüse und Kartoffeln
(Leg of Lamb in Spicy Broth with Fresh Vegetables and Potatoes)
     Origin: Germany
Casserole Potatoes
     Origin: British
Ajlouke de Carottes
(Carrot Starter)
     Origin: Tunisia
Belgian Beef
     Origin: British
Cauli-matar Ko Tarakari
     Origin: Nepal
Aleecha
     Origin: Ethiopia
Belgian Mashed Potatoes
     Origin: Belgium
Cauliflower au Gratin
     Origin: British
Algerian Spiced Potato Cakes
     Origin: Algeria
Belgian Seafood Stew
     Origin: Belgium
Cauliflower Soup
     Origin: British
Allula Guisado
(Braised Squid)
     Origin: Portugal
Bengali Spinach
     Origin: Bangladesh
Cawl Berw Dŵr â Thatws
(Watercress and Potato Soup)
     Origin: Welsh
Aloo Dhaniya
(Balti Potatoes and Coriander)
     Origin: India
Beninese Beef Stew
     Origin: Benin
Cawl Llysiau'r Gaeaf
(Winter Vegetable Soup)
     Origin: Welsh
Aloo Pie
     Origin: Trinidad
Bermuda Fish Chowder
     Origin: Bermuda
Cawl Mamgu
(Granny's Broth)
     Origin: Welsh
Ardshane House Irish Stew
     Origin: Ireland
Bermuda Onion and Potato Salad
     Origin: Bermuda
Cawl Tatws a Chennin Syfi
(Potato and Chive Soup)
     Origin: Welsh
Aromatic Lamb
     Origin: Mediterranean
Bermudan Fishcakes
     Origin: Bermuda
Cawl y Carolwyr
(Carollers' Broth)
     Origin: Welsh
Arran Potato Salad
     Origin: Scottish
Bhuna Khichuri
     Origin: India
Cawl y Gaeaf
(Winter Broth)
     Origin: Welsh
Aubergine, Potato and Chickpea Balti
     Origin: Fusion
Bodebiremus - Kartoffelmus
(Potato Mush)
     Origin: German
Caws a Thatws wedi Pobi
(Potato and Cheese Bake)
     Origin: Welsh
Avga Omeleta me Patates
(Omelette with Potatoes)
     Origin: Greece
Bouillabaisse with Rouille and Croutons
     Origin: France
Celeriac Soup with Cobnuts
     Origin: British
Babka
(Meat and Potato Bake)
     Origin: Belarus
Boxty
     Origin: Irish
Champ 2
     Origin: Ireland
Bachalu Gomes
(Salt Cod with Potatoes)
     Origin: Angola
Boxty
(Potato Griddle Cakes)
     Origin: Northern Ireland
Cheddar Potato Slices
     Origin: American
Bacon Clapshot
     Origin: Scottish
Brains on the Half-skull
     Origin: American
Cheese and Potato Casserole
     Origin: American
Baeckeofe
     Origin: German
Broccoli au Gratin
     Origin: British
Cheese Salad Bowl
     Origin: British
Baked Potato Soup
     Origin: British
Broedlaewend
(Beef Soup)
     Origin: Romania
Chestnut Flour Cake
     Origin: British
Baked Potato, Bacon and Egg Breakfast
     Origin: British
Brunei Cutlets
     Origin: Brunei
Chicken Curry with Coconut Milk
     Origin: Seychelles
Baked Potatoes Stuffed with Cranberry Sauce
     Origin: British
Bubble and Squeak
     Origin: British
Chicken, Courgette and Potato Bake
     Origin: France
Baked Potatoes with Cheese
     Origin: Bulgaria
Bulgarian Beef and Potato Moussaka
     Origin: Bulgaria
Chili Bean Potato Cakes
     Origin: American
Bata bil Beyd
(Potato and Egg Omelette)
     Origin: Algeria
Bulviu
(Meat-filled Potato Roulade)
     Origin: Russia
Chilled Watercress and Pear Soup
     Origin: British
Batata Mbattina
(Lamb and Potato Sandwich)
     Origin: Libya
Bulviu Maltiniai
(Fried Potato Patties)
     Origin: Greece
Chilli and Coriander Hash Browns
     Origin: America
Batata Mbattina 2
(Lamb and Potato Patties)
     Origin: Libya
Cacenni Corgimwch ac Eog â Iogwrt Mintys
(Prawn and Salmon Fishcakes with Minted Yoghurt)
     Origin: Welsh
Chipotle Mash
     Origin: Fusion
Batatis Mahshiya
(Stuffed Potatoes)
     Origin: Egypt
Cacenni Cranc ac Eog â Iogwrt Mintys
(Crab and Salmon Fishcakes with Minted Yoghurt)
     Origin: Welsh
Cholay Chaat
(Chickpea Salad)
     Origin: Pakistan
Bauernfruhstuck
(Farmers Breakfast)
     Origin: German
Cajun Red Hots
     Origin: Cajun
Bavarian Potato Salad
     Origin: German
Cajun Smothered Potatoes
     Origin: Cajun

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Nigerian 'Efo' (Stew)

By gwydion | Published 2008-02-05 19:56:02 | 2008 Recipes and Cookery Articles |

Recipe Information:

'Efo' is the generic term in Nigerian for a stew (which, confusingly, are typically called 'soups' in West Africa). The recipe given below is for the archetypal 'soup' base which can be extended by the addition of meat and vegetables. If you want a classic Nigerian meal then this is the basis you need.

Don't Ignore Breakfast

By gwydion | Published 2008-09-26 18:06:13 | 2008 Recipes and Cookery Articles |

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Breakfast truly is the most important meal of the day and most of us ignore it. It's when the body re-fuels itself for the day and skipping breakfast actually puts the body in 'starvation mode' and actually reduces brain function and makes weight loss more difficult. Breakfast needn't be complicated, but it should involve a balance of grains and fruit. Here are some ides for simple and nutritious breakfast recipes anyone can make.

Fish Recipes - Making the best of Fish

By gwydion | Published 2008-11-12 13:40:20 | 2008 Recipes and Cookery Articles |

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Fish is the staple protein source for much of the human population. Fish is an important high-quality protein source that much of the Western diet is deficient in. In this article you will learn a little about fish as well as gaining two classic fish recipes.

Waffles for Breakfast - The Art of Waffle Cooking

By gwydion | Published 2008-09-30 14:57:04 | 2008 Recipes and Cookery Articles |

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This article gives an introduction to the history of that classic breakfast food, the waffle, starting form the Medieval European origins to the invention of the classic American waffle. Recipes for traditional and chiffon waffles are also given as well as some ideas of how to adapt and very these classic recipes.

Review of 'Thai Food' by David Thompson

By gwydion | Published 2008-04-15 18:29:57 | 2008 Recipes and Cookery Articles |

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'Thai Food' by David Thompson is one of those rare 'must have' culinary books that presents the culture and history of Thailan from a food perspective. This well-written book presents over 300 recipes covering all aspects of Thai cuisine and represents the most comprehensive collection and examination of Thai Food printed in the English Language.

How to Prepare the Perfect Pastry

By gwydion | Published 2008-10-10 15:07:59 | 2008 Recipes and Cookery Articles |

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Pastry is one of the most basic components of cooking, needed for pies, tarts and cake bases of many types. It originates in the ancient method of applying a paste of flour and water to baked meats to protect them in the fire. But, in the Middle Ages fats were added and modern pastry was born. Learn a little about the different pastry types and see a recipe for a traditional classic flaky pastry.

Chinese Construction Machinery On the International Market

By William_Blair280 | Published 2009-09-20 18:39:10 | 2009 Recipes and Cookery Articles |

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The article focuses on the Chinese construction machinery sector, its rapid development and changes that have taken place due to the global economic crisis.

Ice Creams and Sorbets – Freezing as a Cooking Technique

By gwydion | Published 2008-05-27 18:59:27 | 2008 Recipes and Cookery Articles |

Recipe Information:

Freezing is often ignored as a cookery technique, yet where would we be without those cold delights of ice creams, sorbets, sherbets and granaches? Here you will find recipes for classic ice cream and a classic sorbet. I hope that you will come to accept that chilling is also is also a valid and vital form of cookery.

Chilli and Chocolate Sauce for Game

By gwydion | Published 2008-02-10 20:08:40 | 2008 Recipes and Cookery Articles |

Recipe Information:

I know that the combination of chilli and chocolate sounds odd to modern ears. Yet this is an ancient mix used by the Aztecs and later adopted in Sicilian cuisine. What's presented here is a rich and piquant gravy that goes excellently well with game dishes.

Hot and Cold Soups

By gwydion | Published 2008-06-23 22:05:50 | 2008 Recipes and Cookery Articles |

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The thought of a cold or chilled soup sends shivers up the spines of many diners. After all, soups are meant to be hot aren't they. But, just as a good hot soup can warm you up on a cold winter's day a chilled soup can also serve to soothe the palate and cool you on a hot summer's day. A century ago chilled soups were all the rage, and though we don't tend to make them much these days, there recipes are much in need of a revival. Here a classic hot soup is compared with a chilled soup.


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