Potato Starch
Flours & Starches · 8 specs
Direct Answer
Potato starch is pure native starch extracted from potatoes (Solanum tuberosum). Per 100g, it provides 357 kcal, 83.1g carbohydrates (0.5g fiber), 6.9g protein fraction, and 0.1g fat, creating high-viscosity glossy sauces.
Source: USDA FoodData Central (FDC ID: 170093) · Last reviewed Aug 28, 2026
Specs
| Energy / Calories | 357 kcal |
| Protein / Gluten Potential | 6.90 g |
| Carbohydrates | 83.1 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.5 g |
| Total Fat | 0.10 g |
| Ash Content | 0.40 % |
| Starch Gelatinization Temp | 60 – 65 °C (140–149°F) |
| Gluten Status | Naturally Gluten-Free |
High Peak Viscosity & Phosphate Groups
Potato starch contains natural ester-bound phosphate groups that give it the highest swelling power and peak viscosity among culinary starches, though extended boiling breaks down its gel.
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