Nostling Potato Supplier

Quick Overview

Nostling is a highly specialized potato variety prized for its unique combination of culinary qualities and visual appeal. This medium-starch potato features a distinctive oblong shape with smooth, yellow skin and creamy yellow flesh that maintains its color during cooking. Originally developed for gourmet markets, Nostling offers a perfect balance between waxy and floury textures, making it exceptionally versatile in the kitchen. The variety has gained particular popularity among professional chefs for its ability to hold shape while still providing a delicate mouthfeel. Its reliable yields and disease resistance have made it increasingly popular among commercial growers serving both fresh markets and foodservice industries.

Origin & History

Nostling was developed in the early 2000s by a German-Swiss breeding consortium aiming to create a premium table potato with exceptional cooking qualities. The variety was specifically bred to combine the best characteristics of traditional European potatoes with improved disease resistance. It underwent nearly a decade of field trials before being released to commercial growers in 2012. The name “Nostling” derives from an old Alpine term meaning “noble tuber,” reflecting its premium market positioning. Since its introduction, Nostling has become particularly popular in Central European cuisine and has gradually gained recognition in North American specialty markets. Recent years have seen expanded cultivation as consumer demand for gourmet potato varieties continues to grow.

Specifications

Nostling potatoes typically contain 14-17% starch content, placing them in the medium-starch category that bridges waxy and floury textures. The tubers are medium-sized, averaging 100-180 grams, with a characteristic oblong shape and very shallow eyes for minimal peeling waste. The skin is thin, smooth, and golden-yellow, while the flesh maintains a consistent creamy yellow color even after cooking. Nostling requires a growing season of approximately 90-110 days and performs best in cooler climates with well-drained soils. The variety shows good resistance to common scab and moderate resistance to late blight, though it requires careful handling during harvest to prevent skin damage.

Key Characteristics

1. Balanced Texture: The medium-starch content provides just enough firmness to hold shape while offering a creamy mouthfeel when cooked.
2. Exceptional Flavor: Nostling is renowned for its rich, buttery taste with subtle nutty undertones that enhance dishes without overpowering other ingredients.
3. Visual Appeal: The uniform oblong shape and vibrant yellow flesh make it particularly attractive for gourmet presentations and packaged goods.
4. Cooking Versatility: Performs equally well when boiled, roasted, or sautéed, with minimal water absorption and excellent shape retention.
5. Growth Reliability: Shows consistent yields under various growing conditions and maintains quality through proper storage periods.

Best Uses

Nostling is primarily an all-around table potato excelling in gourmet cooking applications rather than industrial processing. Its balanced starch content makes it perfect for roasted potato dishes, where it develops a golden crust while remaining creamy inside. The variety is particularly prized for high-end potato salads as it holds its shape beautifully after cooking and dressing. While not ideal for standard potato chips due to its medium starch level, Nostling produces exceptional gourmet kettle-style chips when sliced thick. Some chefs also favor it for creamy soups and delicate potato gratins where texture and flavor are paramount. Though it contains enough starch for decent mash, it’s not the first choice for fluffy mashed potatoes or starch extraction.

Supply Availability

We are proud to offer Nostling potatoes either grown on our own farms in suitable climates or sourced through our network of trusted partner growers specializing in premium varieties. Our production follows strict quality protocols to ensure the distinctive characteristics of Nostling are maintained from field to market. We can arrange supply contracts ranging from small gourmet batches to larger commercial quantities, with flexible packaging and delivery options to meet specific customer requirements.