What is a Japanese sweet potato?
a type of sweet, starchy sweet potato (1)
are also known as satsumaimo in Japanese (1)
a type of root vegetable (1)
has reddish-purple skin and pale yellow to white flesh (1)
they are a little drier and starchier than other varieties (1)
Where are Japanese sweet potatoes located?
originated in Central America and South America (1)
What do they contain?
skin – which is edible (1)
fiber (1)
low in sodium (1)
potassium (1)
sugar (1)
carbohydrates (1)
beta carotene (1)
vitamin C (1)
What do they NOT contain?
fat-free (1)
they can last for up to a month when stored properly (1)
Where can Japanese sweet potatoes be purchased?
well-stocked supermarkets, grocery stores, organic and natural food markets, and food co-ops.
Asian supermarkets (1)
Resources
1. https://www.thespruceeats.com/what-are-japanese-sweet-potatoes-5213007
