On December 20, 2023, the United Nations declared May 30 as the International Day of Potato, recognizing this humble tuber's vital role in global food security and sustainable agriculture.
Originating in the Andes Mountains of South America, the potato is now the world's fourth-largest food crop – after rice, wheat and maize. China leads global production, contributing about one-quarter of the total.
Valued for its rich nutrition, climate resilience and culinary versatility, the potato appears in a variety of dishes.
Let's celebrate this amazing tuber by savoring its countless culinary creations!
Swedish hasselback potatoes. /VCG
Eastern European-style vareniki (potato dumplings). /VCG
English fish and chips. /VCG
French gratin dauphinois. /VCG
Japanese korokke. /VCG
Italian gnocchi. /VCG
Swiss rösti with sausage. /VCG
American-style burgers and French fries (AI-generated image). /CGTN
Chinese sautéed potato slices. /VCG
(Cover designed by CGTN's Du Chenxin.)