Dehydrated Potato Products Commodity Fact Sheet | Archive - U.S. Agency for International Development (2024)

WBSCM Material Description and Number

POTATO FLAKES, DEHYDRATED BAG-10 KG 100543
POTATO FLAKES, DEHYDRATED BAG-20 KG 100544
POTATO GRANULES, DEHY POUCH-10/1.36 KG 110192
POTATO GRANULES, DEHY POUCH-10 KG 110522
POTATO GRANULES, DEHY POUCH-20 KG 110540

General Information

Dehydrated potato products, including potato flakes and potato granules, are processed food products made from whole, raw potatoes that are cleaned, peeled, sliced, precooked, cooled, cooked, mashed and either drum dried into flake form or air dried into granule form. Additives may be incorporated to improve texture, color and shelf life. Both flakes and granules are manufactured from potatoes that are not genetically modified, making them an option in countries with such a requirement. They can also be fortified with protein or micronutrients. Granules are twice as dense, which may be considered in ordering and shipping. For more information or questions about the products, refer to the United States Potato Board. Dehydrated potato flakes are packaged in 10- and 20-kilogram pinch top, block bottom bags or pinch top, pinch bottom, flat tube bags. Dehydrated potato granules are packaged in 1.36-kilogram pouches and packed ten per shipping carton. When stored according to USDA commodity specifications, the shelf life of dehydrated potato products is one to two years. Their reconstitution ratio makes them efficient for storage and convenient for the end-users. For full product specifications refer to the USDA Commodity Requirements Document for dehydrated potato products.

Programming Guidance

Emergencies: Dehydrated potatoes may be used in the second phase of emergency food distribution. In a longer-term emergency, they may be used in Food for Assets, Food for Work or Food for Training programs and Food for Education programs.
Development: Dehydrated potatoes may be part of a general household ration where this is appropriate.They may be used in Food for Assets, Food for Education, Food for Work or Food for Training programs.

Nutrition/Preparation Information

Whole potatoes are a preferred staple food in much of South America and Africa and are a good source of complex carbohydrates, potassium, Vitamin C and Vitamin B6. Dehydrated potato products are hypoallergenic, easy to chew, swallow and digest, and have a neutral flavor. These qualities make them appropriate as complementary foods for children under two and for those with illnesses or difficulty eating. Dehydrated potato products may be eaten alone as mashed potatoes or used to extend local flours or other foods, to extend the shelf life of baked goods, to thicken sauces or gravies, for breading, or as an ingredient in soups, porridges, breads, or other foods and beverages. For rehydration to a mashed consistency, potable fluid (e.g. boiled water or other potable liquid) can be added at a ratio of four parts fluid to three parts flakes or five parts fluid to one part granules. These ratios can be adjusted for the desired product consistency if preparing for other dishes. For more preparation information, refer to the United States Potato Board (http://www.potatoesusa.com/potato-nutrition/resource-downloads).

USDA Nutrient Database

From the USDA Nutrient Database (http://ndb.nal.usda.gov/), search for:

Potatoes, mashed, dehydrated, flakes without milk, dry form: http://ndb.nal.usda.gov/ndb/foods/show/3104?manu=&fgcd=

USDA Commodity Requirements Document

www.fsa.usda.gov/Assets/USDA-FSA-Public/usdafiles/Comm-Operations/pdf/dpp9.pdf

Shelf Life/Best if Used By Date (BUBD)

Shelf life - not available
BUBD - 18 months after packaging

Sources

United States Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Marketing Service. 2002.Commercial Item Description: Potatoes, White, Dehydrated.Retrieved September 30, 2016 from: https://www.ams.usda.gov/sites/default/files/media/CID%20Potatoes,%20White,%20Dehydrated.pdf

United States Department of Agriculture, Agriculture Research Service. 2015.USDA National Nutrient Database for Standard Reference, Release 28. Nutrient Data Laboratory Home Page.September 30, 2016 from http://ndb.nal.usda.gov/.

United States Department of Agriculture, Farm Services Agency.USDA Commodity Requirements. DPP9 Dehydrated Potato Products for Use in Export Programs. January 2015. Retrieved September 30, 2016 from: https://www.fsa.usda.gov/Assets/USDA-FSA-Public/usdafiles/Comm-Operations/pdf/dpp9.pdf

United States Potato Board. 2016. International Marketing Programs. Retrieved September 30, 2016from: http://www.potatoesusa.com/about/international-marketing-programs

United States Potato Board. 2016. U.S. Dehydrated Potatoes. Retrieved September 30, 2016 from: http://www.potatoesusa.com/potato-products/dehydrated-potatoes

Webb, P., B. Rogers, I. Rosenberg, N. Schlossman, C. Wanke, J. Bagriansky, K. Sadler, Q. Johnson, J. Tilahun, A. Reese Masterson, A. Narayan.2011. Delivering Improved Nutrition: Recommendations for Changes to U.S. Food Aid Products and Programming.Boston, MA: Tufts University. Accessed September 30, 2016from: http://pdf.usaid.gov/pdf_docs/PNADZ842.pdf

Dehydrated Potato Products Commodity Fact Sheet | Archive - U.S. Agency for International Development (2024)

FAQs

How long will dehydrated potatoes last? ›

When stored according to USDA commodity specifications, the shelf life of dehydrated potato products is one to two years. Their reconstitution ratio makes them efficient for storage and convenient for the end-users.

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What is the yield of dehydrated potatoes? ›

U.S. dehydrated potatoes also save money: They're concentrated and efficient to ship, have a shelf life of up to two years and yield about 5 kg of rehydrated product per 1 kg of dry.

Are dehydrated potatoes good for you? ›

1 Because they are made from fresh potatoes, dehydrated potatoes deliver the same nutrients as fresh potatoes, (such as potassium, vitamin C and fiber).

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What are the ingredients in dehydrated potatoes? ›

INGREDIENTS: POTATOES, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF: MONO AND DIGLYCERIDES, FRESHNESS PRESERVED WITH (SODIUM ACID PYROPHOSPHATE, SODIUM BISULFITE, CITRIC ACID, BHA).

Are freeze dried potatoes better than dehydrated? ›

Freeze-dried foods offer a longer shelf life, lower moisture content, and generally taste better than dehydrated foods. Freeze-dried foods rehydrate faster and also retain their original shape, texture, and color. A far greater variety of foods can be freeze dried than can be dehydrated.

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Do you have to boil potatoes before dehydrating? ›

Potatoes can be dehydrated from uncooked potatoes, blanched, partially-cooked, or fully cooked potatoes. From my own experience and experimenting, I've found that half-cooked potatoes rehydrate the best.

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Are Pringles made from dehydrated potatoes? ›

Pringles are made from a combination of water, dehydrated potato flakes, and cornstarch. The ingredients allow for the crisps to be molded and shaped, giving Pringles their uniform design.

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Are instant mashed potatoes just dehydrated potatoes? ›

As it turns out, I told her, instant potatoes are just potatoes that have been cooked, mashed, and then dehydrated—leaving you with crystallized, powdery flakes that you only need to rehydrate with hot liquid before serving.

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Why did my dehydrated potatoes turn black? ›

Why Did My Dehydrated Potatoes Turn Black? Potatoes that are dehydrated without first being blanched will oxidize/turn brown or black when they are exposed to air for an extended period of time. As long as they were fully dried, they will still be safe to eat even if they are black.

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How to dehydrate potatoes for long term storage? ›

4. Dry

Arrange sliced potatoes in single layers on drying trays.
Dry at 140 degrees F (60°C) in an oven or dehydrator.
If necessary, turn large pieces over every 3 to 4 hours during the drying period. ...
Total Drying Time: 8-12 hours in a dehydrator (may take up to twice as long in a conventional oven)

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Can you store instant potatoes long term? ›

Pure potato flakes, on the other hand, can be preserved for decades, unlike instant potatoes, which typically last between 3 to 5 years. Employing an oxygen-free storage method can extend the shelf life of instant potatoes; however, they should be rotated more frequently to ensure freshness.

How long can you store dry potatoes? ›

Generally, potatoes last one to two months when stored in a cool, dry, dark and well-ventilated space (never under the sink!), such as the pantry, versus one to two weeks in the refrigerator, according to FoodSafety.gov's FoodKeeper app, the federal consumer resource for food safety.

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