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Russian Banana Fingerling Potatoes
Inventory, 50 lbs : 52.73
This item was last sold on : 05/23/22
Description/Taste
Russian Banana fingerling potatoes are small in size and are oblong, slender, and crescent in shape, averaging 6-7 centimeters in length. The skin is khaki-colored with many light brown spots freckled across the surface and a few, medium-set eyes. The skin is also waxy, exceptionally smooth, and so thin that it is rarely peeled. The yellow to gold flesh is soft, dense, and moist. When cooked, Russian Banana fingerling potatoes are fluffy and have a full-bodied, buttery, and nutty taste.
Seasons/Availability
Russian Banana fingerling potatoes are available year-round, with peak season in the late summer and early fall.
Current Facts
Russian Banana fingerling potatoes, botanically classified as Solanum tuberosum, are members of the Solanaceae or nightshade family along with eggplants, tobacco, and petunias. The tuber’s slight curve and golden color earned the potato its fruity epithet. Russian Banana fingerling potatoes are native to Europe, but today they are the most commonly grown fingerling variety in the United States and are used in a variety of culinary applications.
Nutritional Value
Russian Banana fingerling potatoes are an excellent source of potassium and vitamin C.
Applications
Russian Banana fingerling potatoes are best suited for cooked applications such as grilling, baking, steaming, frying, or boiling. They are best known as a salad potato because they hold their shape when cooked and will not fall apart or become mealy. They can also be roasted with herbs and other savory vegetables to create a hearty side dish or cubed and used in soups to create a thick base. Russian Banana fingerlings are also so tender that they have been sliced thin and used as a pizza topping. Russian Banana fingerling potatoes pair well with fresh chives, onions, bacon, mayonnaise, tomatoes, and meat dishes such as ham, brined chicken, and fish. They will keep for 3-5 weeks when stored in a cool, dry, and dark place.
Ethnic/Cultural Info
Ever since the potato’s 18th-century introduction to the Baltics, it has played a vital role in the region’s cuisine where it is most commonly eaten with pork. In Estonia, varieties such as the Russian Banana fingerling are served in a bean soup with cream or with pork and sauerkraut. Lithuanians serve it with sour cream and herrings, as well as in saltibarsciai, a cold beet soup enjoyed in the summer.
Geography/History
The Russian Banana fingerling cultivar was developed in Europe’s Baltic region in the 1700’s. Russian sailors then brought this small potato to North America via the ports of Alaska, the Pacific Northwest, and British Columbia. Once it arrived on the continent, it became highly regarded and an essential staple in North American cuisine. Today Russian Banana fingerling potatoes can be found at grocers and markets across Europe and North America.
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Near San Diego, California, United States1929 Hancock St Suit 150, San Diego, CA 92110 619-295-3172 https://specialtyproduce.com About 16 days ago, 5/09/22 Sharer's comments : Russian Banana Fingerling Potatoes from Weiser Family Farms 
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Near San Diego, California, United States1929 Hancock street San Diego CA 92110 619-295-3172 About 285 days ago, 8/13/21 Sharer's comments : Russian banana fingerling potatoes 
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Near San Diego, California, United States1929 Hancock Street San Diego, CA 92110 619-295-3172 About 450 days ago, 3/01/21 
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Near Seattle, Washington, United StatesAbout 522 days ago, 12/19/20 Sharer's comments : Great for salads and sautéing!! 
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Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 632 days ago, 8/31/20 Sharer's comments : Russian Fingerlings from Weiser Family Farms 
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Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 650 days ago, 8/13/20 Sharer's comments : Russian Fingerling Potatoes are here! 
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Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 664 days ago, 7/30/20 Sharer's comments : Russian Fingerlings still coming in from Weiser Family Farms! |
