Potato flour is mostly starch, but not all, so you’ll want to use slightly less potato starch than you would flour (a ¾:1 potato starch to potato flour ratio). Otherwise, there are better substitutes for potato starch and flour that we’ll go over below. Starches are a lot easier to substitute for than flour.
If you choose to forego the benefits of starch entirely, you can simply substitute all-purpose flour for the potato flour in your recipe. You’ll need to make some adjustments; potato flour absorbs more liquid than all-purpose flour. If your recipe calls for a range of water, start at the lower end.
Can I substitute potato starch for cornstarch in a recipe?
This means if your recipe needs 1 tablespoon of cornstarch, swap that out for 1 tablespoon of potato starch. It’s also worth noting that many cooks recommend adding root or tuber starches like potato or arrowroot later in the cooking process.
Cornstarch is a worthy substitute for potato flour if you’re in a pinch. However, while it keeps bread and rolls moist, that’s the end of it. Cornstarch lacks the subtle flavor and color present in potato flour, and thus bread made with cornstarch tastes a bit flat and is slightly paler in color than bread made with potato flour.
Can you substitute arrowroot starch for potato starch?
Also colorless, arrowroot can be used in any recipe that potato starch might be needed for. A great pantry staple, it has a shelf life of 3-4 years and is also gluten-free and paleo-approved. To substitute, replace 1 tablespoon of potato starch with 2 teaspoons of arrowroot starch. You can read about Arrowroot Powder Substitutes here!
One common answer is, it’s convenient for frying, thanks to its high-temperature tolerance. The distinctive potato-like taste is also preferred to the bland taste of cornstarch, but more on these differences soon. Potato starch can be used in any recipe where cornstarch or cornflour are called for.
What is potatoes starch?
Potato starch is the starch found in potatoes and is a refined starch, meaning that it’s high in carbs and contains very little fat or protein. As a thickening agent, potato starch is known for its neutral taste, good clarity, and high binding strength.