Potato starch
Categories
| Macros | per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Calories | 337 kcal |
| Protein | 0.0 g |
| Fat | 0.2 g |
| Carbs | 84.2 g |
Potato starch is a fine white powder extracted from potatoes, used primarily as a thickening agent in sauces, soups, gravies, and baked goods. It is almost pure starch, which is reflected in its macronutrient profile: per 100 g it provides 337 kcal, virtually no protein (0 g), 0.2 g of fat, and 84.2 g of carbohydrates with negligible sugars and only 0.6 g of dietary fibre. Among micronutrients, it contains 64 mg of phosphorus, 43 mg of potassium, and 25 mcg of folate per 100 g, though these amounts are modest given the small quantities typically used in cooking. No glycemic index value is available for this ingredient. Potato starch is compatible with vegan, vegetarian, pescatarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, and low-FODMAP dietary patterns.
How many calories in potato starch?
Potato starch contains 337 kcal per 100 g, almost entirely from carbohydrates. In practice, a typical recipe uses just 1–2 tablespoons (around 8–16 g), which works out to roughly 27–54 kcal.
Is potato starch gluten-free?
Yes, potato starch is naturally gluten-free and appears on the gluten-free diet compatibility list. It is a common substitute for wheat flour as a thickener in gluten-free cooking and baking.
Is potato starch the same as potato flour?
No — potato starch is extracted from the starch granules of the potato and contains almost no protein or fibre, while potato flour is made from whole dried potatoes and retains more of the potato's original nutrients and flavour. They behave differently in recipes and are not always interchangeable.
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Glycemic Index
approximateMacros · per 100 g
| Macros | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 337 kcal |
| Protein | 0 g |
| Fat | 0.20 g |
| Carbs | 84.2 g |
| Sugars | 0 g |
| Fiber | 0.55 g |
| Starch | 74.5 g |
| Fats breakdown | Amount |
|---|---|
| Saturated | 0.039 g |
| Monounsaturated | 0.010 g |
| Polyunsaturated | 0.11 g |
| Trans | 0 g |
| Omega-3 | 0.060 g |
| Omega-6 | 0.048 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
| Minerals | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calcium | 14.0 mg |
| Iron | 0.30 mg |
| Magnesium | 5.0 mg |
| Phosphorus | 64.0 mg |
| Potassium | 43.0 mg |
| Sodium | 3.8 mg |
| Zinc | 0.10 mg |
| Copper | 0 mg |
| Manganese | 0.10 mg |
| Selenium | 0.40 mcg |
| Iodine | 0.30 mcg |
| Vitamins | Amount |
|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 0 mcg |
| Retinol | 0 mcg |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg |
| Vitamin D | 0 mcg |
| Vitamin E | 0 mg |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0 mg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 0.12 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.010 mg |
| Folate (B9) | 25.0 mcg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg |
| Choline | 14.5 mg |
