Yam
How to store

Yam

Also known as: true yam, African yam, white yam
Root VegetablesTropical Roots
Best Method recommended method with best effort-to-efficacy tradeoff 2-4 weeks

Cool Dark Place or Refrigerated

  1. Do not wash until ready to use
  2. Store in a cool, dark, dry place (50-60°F) or refrigerate in perforated bag
  3. Keep away from light to prevent greening
  4. Avoid damp spots to prevent rot
Cut/Prepared storage method for produce that has been cut open (shorter duration, different handling) 2-3 days

Cut Yam

  1. Wrap cut surface or store in sealed container
  2. Refrigerate
  3. Use soon—cut surfaces can discolor

Revival Tips

Sprouted or shriveled yams can still be cooked; trim sprouted or bad spots.

Fun Facts

  • True yams are starchy tubers from Africa and Asia; in the U.S. most "yams" sold are actually orange sweet potatoes.