RATTE POTATOES AOC

Origin: Le Touquet, France AOC

Season: Year-round

AOC Protected French Fingerlings

La Ratte du Touquet potatoes are exceptional French fingerling potatoes that hold prestigious AOC (Appellation d'Origine Contrôlée) status, guaranteeing their authenticity and superior quality. These small, elongated tubers have achieved cult status amongst professional chefs and discerning home cooks for their extraordinary flavour profile and unique textural qualities.

These gourmet potatoes are immediately recognisable by their firm, waxy yellow flesh and distinctive elongated shape. What truly sets them apart is their remarkable flavour profile, featuring a pronounced nutty taste with subtle chestnut undertones that develop through the specific growing conditions of the Touquet region. The delicate, thin skin complements the uniquely silky texture of the flesh, creating an exceptional eating experience.

The exceptional buttery taste that characterises La Ratte du Touquet potatoes comes directly from the unique terroir of their protected growing region. The specific soil composition, climate conditions, and traditional cultivation methods combine to produce these remarkable flavour characteristics that cannot be replicated elsewhere.

These premium potatoes maintain their shape perfectly during cooking, making them ideal for dishes where presentation and texture are paramount. Their waxy nature means they hold together beautifully without becoming mealy or falling apart, whilst their silky texture becomes even more pronounced when properly cooked.

For roasting, cook at 180°C with high-quality olive oil and a sprinkling of fleur de sel until golden and crispy on the outside. Alternatively, simmer the potatoes skin-on in well-salted water for approximately 20 minutes until tender. For optimal texture, allow the cooked potatoes to cool for 20 minutes after cooking, which helps the starches settle and creates the perfect consistency. The skins can then be optionally removed if desired.

Serve warm with freshly ground black pepper, melted butter, and a generous scattering of fine herbs such as chives, parsley, or tarragon to complement their delicate, nutty flavour.

Our La Ratte du Touquet potatoes are sourced exclusively from certified AOC producers in the protected Touquet region. These dedicated growers adhere to strict cultivation protocols established to preserve the unique characteristics that have made this variety a true gastronomic treasure and an essential component of refined French cuisine.

Net: 1kg