Yellow Sweet Potato grown in Guanajuato, selected for its bright yellow flesh, creamy texture and natural sweetness. Widely appreciated for its culinary versatility and nutritional value, this tuber belongs to the species Ipomoea batatas.
Organoleptic Properties
Brown to purple skin. Bright yellow flesh. Firm texture when raw and soft, creamy and slightly moist after cooking. Sweet earthy aroma. Naturally sweet flavor with honey-like and nutty notes.
Suggested Uses
Ideal for baking, roasting, frying, steaming, mashed preparations, desserts, soups, healthy snacks, gourmet cuisine and foodservice applications.
Format
Bulk (BLK) per kilogram. Tubers selected for uniformity, firmness and strong commercial condition.
Storage and Handling
Store in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place between 12 and 16 °C. Avoid prolonged refrigeration to prevent texture and flavor deterioration.
Freshness Criteria
Firm tubers with intact skin, free from sprouts, bruising, decay or mechanical damage. Uniform color and good internal consistency.
Origin
Guanajuato, Mexico.
Sweet potato (Ipomoea batatas) is one of the oldest food crops native to the Americas and has been consumed since pre-Hispanic times. Its yellow flesh is naturally rich in carotenoids, the compounds responsible for its characteristic color. In Guanajuato, growing conditions favor roots with excellent quality, natural sweetness and strong postharvest performance.
