POTATO STARCH - NETHERLANDS

Potato starch is the powder extracted from potatoes. It exists as starch granules inside potato cells. To obtain it, potatoes are crushed or ground with water. The mixture is then filtered and settled to obtain a starch suspension of water and starch. Finally, it is dried to make the finished potato starch.

Uses of potato starch

Potato starch is white and widely used in food processing, especially in cakes and soups, to give a thick, soft and translucent texture. Pure potato starch is also used in beauty applications.

Use in cooking

• Potato starch is used in many dishes and is especially useful for people on a diet. In baking, it can be combined with wheat flour because it also has some rising ability.
• It is used as a thickener for liquid foods. It is often added to soups, sauces and stir-fries to make them smooth and appealing.
• It is often used as a dusting powder for sticky, dough-based foods such as mochi.
• Potato starch is also used in frying to make food crispy.

Use in beauty care

Potato starch is a good ingredient in beauty care. Face masks made with potato starch care for the skin and help it look fresh. It can also help protect skin from UV rays, dust and bacteria.

1. Treating acne: mix potato starch with a little lemon juice and apply it directly on the spot with a cotton swab. It helps reduce inflammation and heal the blemish faster.
2. Caring for dry, dehydrated skin: mix potato starch with fresh milk and a few drops of olive oil until it becomes thick and sticky. Apply evenly on the face and neck. This mask softens and refreshes the skin and adds moisture.
3. Exfoliating: mix a cup of starch with unsweetened fresh milk. After showering, apply it on the skin and massage gently to remove dead cells. Leave on for about 15 minutes, then rinse with warm water.

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