Tips on Dehydrating Potatoes

Potatoes are often dehydrated to store and use for later in dishes that require potatoes. The dehydration process removes all of the liquid from the potatoes. Adding water to the dehydrated vegetable will return it to its original moisture level. Potatoes are the hardest to dehydrate because they can sometimes turn black due to the lack of water and oxygen.

Tips on Dehydrating Potatoes

• The potatoes should be peeled before dehydrating them. Once the potatoes are dehydrated, the peel is difficult to remove.


• The potatoes should be sliced to 1/8 inch thick. If they are too thick, they will take longer to dehydrate. The potatoes will also take longer to cook after they are rehydrated.


• Blanch the potatoes before dehydrating them. Blanching involves boiling water and cooking the potatoes for eight minutes. This will keep them from turning black during the dehydration process.


• The potatoes should be sprayed with oil before the dehydration process.


• Make sure the potatoes are crisp before removing them from the dehydrator.


• Allow the potatoes to cool completely before storing them.


• Store the potatoes in an airtight container such as a glass or plastic jar. The can be stored for a year.