Sweet potatoes are a nutritious food, but during storage, sweet potatoes may sprout if the environment is suitable. So, can sprouted sweet potatoes still be eaten?
First of all, you need to understand the reasons why sweet potatoes sprout. During storage, sweet potatoes will begin to germinate if they are affected by conditions such as suitable temperature and humidity. This process is actually a natural growth phenomenon of sweet potatoes.
However, whether sprouted sweet potatoes can be eaten depends on the specific situation. Generally speaking, sweet potatoes are edible if they sprout only in small quantities and do not appear moldy or odorous. However, if the sweet potato sprouts and has a moldy or foul smell, it is best not to eat it, as it may cause problems such as food poisoning.
In addition, even if the sweet potatoes do not show mildew or odor, it is best to treat them before cooking. Sprouted sweet potatoes can be peeled and cut into small pieces before cooking. This destroys harmful substances such as solanine in sweet potatoes, making them safer to eat.
In short, sprouted sweet potatoes may not all be edible, depending on the situation. If there is no mold or odor, it is edible, but it is best to treat it before cooking. At the same time, be careful not to eat sweet potatoes that have already developed mold or odor.