A South Australian road has been covered in thousands of potatoes after a truck carrying the vegetables rolled in the dark.

Emu Flat Road in Keith, south-east of Adelaide, was closed this morning as crews worked to clean up the mess after the crash about 10pm on Thursday.

Police have advised motorists to avoid the area, taking the opportunity to throw in some potato-themed puns.

A potato truck has rolled in Keith, South Australia. (SAPOL)

“A potato truck hash rolled at Keith … a truck carrying spuds chipped over,” police shared on social media.

“Road tot-ally blocked, but will be opened tater today.

“Peeling bad for those hoping to enjoy colcannon this St Patrick’s Day.”

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