Vietnam Golden Sweet Potato
Golden sweet potato – a familiar staple in Vietnamese cuisine – captivates not only with its naturally sweet and nutty flavor but also with its rich nutritional value and healthy energy source.
Growing Regions & Harvest Season
Golden sweet potatoes are mainly cultivated in Đắk Lắk and Lâm Đồng provinces, where the cool highland climate and fertile red basalt soil help the tubers develop a firm texture, large size, and naturally sweet taste.
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Main harvest season: From February to May each year.
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The crop yields stable production with uniform quality, smooth skin, and vibrant golden flesh.
Distinctive Features
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Brownish-yellow skin with deep golden, soft, and sweet flesh.
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When cooked, they release a mild aroma and a rich, buttery taste.
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Versatile in preparation: can be boiled, baked, fried, made into desserts, or processed for export (dried, IQF frozen, purée, etc.).
Nutritional Value of Golden Sweet Potato
Golden sweet potatoes are highly nutritious and beneficial for health:
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Rich in Beta-Carotene (Provitamin A): Supports vision and enhances skin health.
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High Fiber Content: Promotes digestion and helps maintain satiety.
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Contains Vitamin C, B6, Potassium, and Manganese: Strengthens immunity, reduces stress, and supports energy metabolism.
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Low in Fat, Cholesterol-Free: Suitable for healthy and weight-control diets.
From the fertile lands of Đắk Lắk and Lâm Đồng, Vietnam’s golden sweet potatoes deliver a naturally sweet, soft, and aromatic flavor — the perfect choice for fresh consumption, processing, or export.