There are over 4000 different varieties of potato. Luckily, these varieties can be grouped into four main categories: starchy, waxy, all-purpose and sweet potatoes.
Starchy potatoes
Also known asfloury potatoes, their centre turns fluffy when cooked, making them perfect for mashing, roasting, baking and making chips/fries. Common starchy varieties include: King Edward, Maris Piper and Russet.
Waxy potatoes
Waxy potatoes have smooth, firm flesh and retain their shape when cooked. They are great boiled, in stews and in salads. Common waxy varieties include: Charlotte, Fingerling, Jersey Royals and Maris Peer.
All-purpose potatoes
As the name suggests, these varieties of potato work well anywhere – they are somewhat fluffy but hold their shape well enough for most dishes. Common all-purpose varieties include: Desiree, Red Gold and Yukon Gold.
Sweet potatoes
Technically a different plant and food type to regular potatoes (they are classified as tuberous roots) sweet potatoes are generally grouped together with potatoes because of their similar nutritional profile and culinary functions. They can be used in all the same ways as starchy potatoes but have a slightly sweeter taste.
Potatoes are remarkably versatile to cook with. For example, depending on the variety of potato, they can be roasted to make roast potatoes, boiled to make boiled potatoes, baked to make baked or jacket potatoes or fried to make chips or fries. If cut very thinly, after frying potatoes can also be dried and seasoned to make crisps or potato chipsandtortilla chips.
FAQs
Chips or fries and crisps or potato chips (whatever you happen to call them) are all gluten free in their basic form. And if you prepare them yourself in fresh oil, there is no need to be concerned about any gluten presence.
Can you have potato chips on a gluten-free diet? ›
Most potato chips, veggie chips, and tortilla chips are gluten-free, though you may want to look for a gluten-free label just to be safe. Meanwhile, you should avoid pita chips and any chips made with flour, whole wheat, wheat starch, or malt vinegar.
Can I eat potatoes on a gluten-free diet? ›
The simple answer is yes — potatoes are gluten-free. Gluten is a type of protein found in wheat, rye, barley, and other grains. Potatoes aren't grains, they're a type of starchy vegetable. That's good news for people who can't tolerate gluten because they have celiac disease or gluten intolerance.
Are Lay's potato chips gluten-free? ›
If we are talking about “regular” Lays potato chips the yes, they are considered gluten-free. Definitely watch out for BBQ Mesquite Lay's as (as of this writing) they contain malted barley flour. Check out the Frito-Lay list of GF products here.
Are sunchips gluten-free? ›
ARE SUNCHIPS® GLUTEN FREE? Currently, there are no SunChips® flavors that are gluten free. To see which PepsiCo products do qualify as gluten free, we recommend visiting the Gluten Free page on PepsiCo Product Facts.
Are Doritos gluten-free? ›
The short answer: no, most Doritos are not gluten-free. Doritos are tortilla chips, which means that the chip itself is mostly made out of corn flour and then flavored with a variety of spices.
Are Smith's chips gluten free? ›
Are Smith's chips gluten free? Smith's Smith's Crinkle Cut and Smith's Thinly Cut are gluten free, however some of our other flavours and ranges, like our popular Poppables and Oven-Baked range are seasoned with ingredients that contain gluten.
What junk food is gluten-free? ›
13 Junk Food Staples That Are Totally Gluten-Free
- Reese's Peanut Butter Cups: No diet that includes Reese's can be that hard. ...
- Sriracha Kettle Chips: They're the best flavor of these delish potato chips. ...
- Cherry Pie Larabars: It tastes like cherry pie (for reals) and is made with cherries, dates and no gluten whatsoever.
Healthy gluten-free snacks
- Any sliced vegetable, such as carrots, red peppers, or cucumber.
- Fresh whole fruit, such as a banana, apple, or peach.
- Berries.
- Grapes.
- Melon.
- CItrus fruit, such as oranges or grapefruit.
- Canned fruit (preferably canned in water, not syrup)
- Dried fruit, such as raisins or prunes.
Which Brand of Chips Are Gluten-Free? The majority of tortillas and potato chips are gluten-free. You can eat Kettle brand potato chips, Lay's, Ruffles, Late July, and Cape Cod potato chips if you follow a gluten-free diet, among many more brands.
Are Pringles gluten-free? As most Pringles flavours are made with wheat starch, Pringles are not considered to be gluten-free. They are also not labelled as gluten-free, so best to give them a miss and try some new and exciting gluten-free crisp options instead!
Are cheetos gluten-free? ›
Yes, Cheetos are gluten-free (at least in the US) and Frito Lay lists them on their list of US gluten-free products.
Are cheerios gluten-free? ›
Cheerios have always been made of oats, which are naturally gluten free. However, conventional farming practices as well as common grain handling procedures allow chances for gluten containing grains (like wheat, barley, and rye) to co-mingle with our gluten free oats.
What type of chips are gluten free? ›
Which Brand of Chips Are Gluten-Free? The majority of tortillas and potato chips are gluten-free. You can eat Kettle brand potato chips, Lay's, Ruffles, Late July, and Cape Cod potato chips if you follow a gluten-free diet, among many more brands.
Are Pringles potato chips gluten-free? ›
Are Pringles gluten-free? As most Pringles flavours are made with wheat starch, Pringles are not considered to be gluten-free. They are also not labelled as gluten-free, so best to give them a miss and try some new and exciting gluten-free crisp options instead!
What snacks are gluten-free? ›
Don't forget that some naturally nutritious gluten-free snacks include fruits, vegetables, nuts and nut butters, yogurt, cottage cheese, popcorn, hardboiled eggs, hummus and guacamole.
Are French fries potato chips gluten-free? ›
Regular french fries/chips should be gluten free. They are just chopped up potato, deep fried (or occasionally roasted).
