TUBER MEALANOSPORUM 500GM
The Black Winter Truffle aka Tuber Melanosporum is widely known throughout world cuisine as "Perigord" Truffles, or in Italy as the "Nero Pregiato", is considered the King of the black truffles. Generally looks rounded, but can also be irregular or lobed, normally it reaches a size of up to 10 cm (3.9 in). Characterised by small pyramidal cusps and black-brown skin; the winter black truffle's flesh is initially white, then dark. It is permeated by white veins which turn brown with age.
Aroma:
The Black Winter Truffle is considered to be the King of the black truffles, the distinctive flavour and its sharp aroma make it one of the most expensive edible mushrooms in the world. It is judged to have the most superior deep earthy aromas and flavours of black truffles, and is so called the "black diamond" of the table because its divine taste. It is considered among the most luxurious truffles, and some prefer it to the more famed Tuber Magnatum Pico (White Truffle).
Harvest period: November/March
Use in the kitchen: appreciated especially by French cuisine that exalts the characteristics through cooking,but can be also used in raw form.
Whole: slivers on fillet, fondue, eggs in the pan, tagliatelle.
Diced: sauté with oil and a clove of garlic, salt and pepper. The preparation can be used on pasta dishes, main courses, omelettes and eggs.
