also: めーくいーん
May Queen potato
A popular potato variety in Japan, known for its waxy texture and good shape retention when boiled. Often used in stews and salads.
When you use May Queen potatoes in curry, they don't fall apart easily.
May Queen is, alongside Danshaku, a potato variety widely grown in Japan.
Spelling with interpunct and long vowel; rarely used.
From English 'May Queen', a potato variety name.