Sierra Gold potatoes are small to medium in size and are oval, oblong, and slightly flattened in shape. The russeted, or semi-rough textured skin is brown, and there are a few shallow eyes and dark brown spots scattered across the surface. The flesh is firm, dense, moist, and deep yellow to gold.
When cooked, Sierra Gold potatoes hold their vibrant gold hue and are creamy with a toasted, buttery flavor.Sierra Gold potatoes offer a healthy dose of vitamin C, vitamin B6, dietary fiber, and potassium. Sierra Gold potatoes are best suited for cooked applications such as baking, frying, boiling, grilling, roasting, and steaming.
Used whole, they are ideal for the classic preparation of baked potatoes as their natural buttery flavor is enhanced. Sierra Gold potatoes are also excellent grilled and roasted as it crisps the potato’s skin and imparts a buttery-sweet, slightly caramelized flavor.
