How long can a sweet potato sit out?

Table of Contents:

1. How long can a sweet potato sit out?
2. What are the black spots on sweet potatoes?
3. Why is my sweet potato brown inside?
4. Is it OK to eat moldy sweet potatoes?
5. Is too much sweet potato bad for you?

How long can a sweet potato sit out?

2 hours

What are the black spots on sweet potatoes?

These spots are called internal black spot and are essentially bruising that occurs from the potatoes lying against each other for an extended period of time. The potatoes are still safe to eat, just cut the spots away. If there is an extensive amount of Fusarium, this can give the potatoes an off flavor.

Why is my sweet potato brown inside?

One of those phenols, called chlorogenic acid, is the culprit that makes sweet potatoes -- and sometimes, regular potatoes -- darken when they're cooked. The chlorogenic acid combines with iron ions in the potato and oxygen absorbed from the atmosphere and cooking water, creating the dark pigment.

Is it OK to eat moldy sweet potatoes?

You can remove the spots, and cook and enjoy the rest of the sweet potato. The exception is mold spots; if a sweet potato has begun to mold, throw it away. When it comes to pithy sweet potatoes, as long as the inside of the potato has only a few holes here and there, it should be perfectly safe to eat.

Is too much sweet potato bad for you?

"While there aren't any severe health problems associated with sweet potatoes, they are high in vitamin A, which the body stores," Flores said. "When levels get too high, you may notice your skin and nails looking a little orange." This side effect should decrease if you cut down on sweet potato consumption.