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Alaskan Fingerling Potatoes

Inventory, 10 lbs : 8.28
This item was last sold on : 06/03/23

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Description/Taste

Alaskan fingerling potatoes are small in size and have a slender, oblong, knobby, finger-like shape. The thin, bumpy, skin is not uniform and is pink to rusty-brown in color with yellow to light tan spots. There are also a few deep-set eyes scattered across the surface. The flesh is golden yellow, firm, slippery, and dense. When cooked, Alaskan fingerling potatoes have a creamy texture with earthy flavors and a slightly sweet finish.

Seasons/Availability

Alaskan fingerling potatoes are available year-round.

Current Facts

Alaskan fingerling potatoes, botanically classified as Solanum tuberosum, are a part of the heritage variety and are members of the Solanaceae, or nightshade family. Also known as Magic Myrna, Alaskan fingerling potatoes are a relatively new cultivar and are known for their sweet flavor which is reminiscent of the sweet potato.

Nutritional Value

Alaskan fingerling potatoes are a good source of vitamin C, vitamin B6, potassium, and antioxidants.

Applications

Alaskan fingerling potatoes are best suited for cooked applications such as boiling, steaming, and sautéing. They are most popularly roasted as they develop a firm and buttery consistency, but they can also be roasted and smashed for a crunchier side dish. Alaskan fingerling potatoes can be used in soups, stews, hashes, and for Hasselback recipes. Alaskan fingerling potatoes pair well with pork, roasted chicken, bacon, lemon, rosemary, carrots, aioli, dandelion greens, thyme, leeks, and shallots. They will keep up to two weeks when stored in a cool, dry, and dark place, but they are not suitable for long-term storage.

Ethnic/Cultural Info

Alaskan fingerling potatoes are just one of the many varieties that are grown in Alaska. Potatoes continue to be ranked as one of the top five crops in Alaska. According to the Anchorage Heritage Garden, which was established in 2014, Alaska has a diverse climate that can successfully grow several thousand varieties of potatoes that are found from around the world. There is even a Potato Lovers Bash that is held in Anchorage each February that celebrates specialty varieties and introduces them to consumers to research which varieties are the most popular.

Geography/History

Alaskan fingerling potatoes, also known as Magic Myrna, were developed in Alaska by potato disease control specialist, Bill Campbell. He produced many tubers for the Alaska Certified Seed Potato Growers and named the variety after his wife, Myrna. Alaskan fingerling potatoes can also be found at Weiser Family Farms near Bakersfield, CA and in local farmers markets across the United States.

Featured Restaurants

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Tribute Pizza	San Diego CA	858-220-0030
Lodge at Torrey Pines Main	San Diego CA	858-453-4420
Juniper & Ivy	San Diego CA	858-481-3666
Golden Door	San Marcos CA	760-761-4142
Bellamy's Restaurant	Escondido CA	760-747-5000
Carte Hotel	San Diego CA	619-365-1858
Vino Carta Solana Beach	Encinitas CA	858-353-2815
Sbicca	Del Mar CA	858-481-1001
Marriott Marina Kitchen	San Diego CA	619-234-1500 x6113
Izakaya Maize/Rabih Sus	La Mesa CA	619-395-6383
Secret Sister	San Diego CA	619-281-0718
Food by Chef Ty	Vista CA	323-506-1890

Recipe Ideas

Recipes that include Alaskan Fingerling Potatoes. One

is easiest, three is harder.

Carlsbad Cravings		30 Minute Maple Dijon Chicken Skillet
No Spoon Neccessary		Sheet Pan Garlic & Lemon Shrimp, Asparagus & Fingerling Potatoes
Feasting at Home		Spring Peas and Fingerling Potatoes with Tarragon and Mustard seed
Whole and Heavenly Oven		Red Wine Crockpot Beef with Fingerling Potatoes
A House in The Hills		Roasted Potato and Paprika Chickpea Salad
Earthy Feast		Roasted Vegetable Fritata

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Mar Vista Farmers Market

Weiser Family Farms

Near Venice, California, United States
About 8 days ago, 5/28/23

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Weiser Family Farms

Near Santa Monica, California, United States
About 12 days ago, 5/24/23
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Weiser Family Farms

Near Venice, California, United States
About 17 days ago, 5/19/23

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Near Santa Monica, California, United States
About 19 days ago, 5/17/23
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1929 Hancock St Suite 150 San Diego CA 92110
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Near San Diego, California, United States
About 20 days ago, 5/16/23
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Venice Farmers Market

Weiser Family Farms

Near Venice, California, United States
About 115 days ago, 2/10/23

Santa Monica Farmers Market

Weiser Family Farms

Near Santa Monica, California, United States
About 166 days ago, 12/21/22

Santa Monica Farmers Market

Weiser Family Farms

Near Santa Monica, California, United States
About 170 days ago, 12/17/22
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Santa Monica Farmers Market

Weiser Family Farms

Near Santa Monica, California, United States
About 194 days ago, 11/23/22

Santa Monica Farmers Market

Alex Weiser
511 Hill st. #205 Santa Monica Ca 90405
1-310-930-0903

Near Santa Monica, California, United States
About 194 days ago, 11/23/22

Santa Monica Farmers Market

Weiser Family Farms

Near Santa Monica, California, United States
About 198 days ago, 11/19/22
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Santa Monica Farmers Market

Alex Weiser
511 Hill st. #205 Santa Monica Ca 90405
1-310-930-0903

Near Santa Monica, California, United States
About 341 days ago, 6/29/22

Santa Monica Farmers Market

Alex Weiser
511 Hill st. #205 Santa Monica Ca 90405
1-310-930-0903

Near Santa Monica, California, United States
About 348 days ago, 6/22/22

Santa Monica Farmers Market

Alex Weiser
511 Hill st. #205 Santa Monica Ca 90405
1-310-930-0903

Near Santa Monica, California, United States
About 362 days ago, 6/08/22

Santa Monica Farmers Market

Alex Weiser
511 Hill st. #205 Santa Monica Ca 90405
1-310-930-0903

Near Santa Monica, California, United States
About 369 days ago, 6/01/22

Santa Monica Farmers Market

Alex Weiser
511 Hill st. #205 Santa Monica Ca 90405
1-310-930-0903

Near Santa Monica, California, United States
About 376 days ago, 5/25/22

Santa Monica Farmers Market

Alex Weiser
511 Hill st. #205 Santa Monica Ca 90405
1-310-930-0903

Near Santa Monica, California, United States
About 383 days ago, 5/18/22

Santa Monica Farmers Market

Weiser Family Farms

Near Santa Monica, California, United States
About 387 days ago, 5/14/22
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Santa Monica Farmers Market

Alex Weiser
511 Hill st. #205 Santa Monica Ca 90405
1-310-930-0903

Near Santa Monica, California, United States
About 390 days ago, 5/11/22

Specialty Produce Near San Diego, California, United States
About 392 days ago, 5/09/22
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