The magic of Christmas smells like black truffle
Christmas is the perfect time to pause, celebrate, and above all, enjoy life's little luxuries. And if there's one ingredient capable of transforming a family dinner into a haute cuisine experience, it's fresh black truffle .
At Sentidos Truferos , we know that we don't just sell black truffles; we sell an unmistakable aroma, a unique texture, and that touch of sophistication that makes your guests remember the evening for years to come.
Need some inspiration for your holiday menu? Here are 5 Christmas recipes with black truffle , designed to be a hit without making things complicated in the kitchen. And if you'd like, you can check out our truffle magazine , where you'll find black truffle recipes for Christmas and black truffle recipes for any occasion.
1. Quail egg vol-au-vents with truffle drizzle
This is the perfect appetizer to whet your appetite. It's visually stunning and bursts with flavor on the palate.
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Ingredients: Puff pastry vol-au-vents, quail eggs, brie cheese and fresh black truffle.
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Preparation: Lightly bake the vol-au-vents with a small piece of brie at the bottom. Add the quail egg and bake until the white is set but the yolk is still runny.
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The Truffle Sensations Touch: Just before serving, generously slice the truffle over the hot egg. The heat will release its aroma in a rush.
2. Cream of porcini mushroom soup with foie gras shavings and truffle
A comforting and elegant first course. The combination of mushrooms and truffle is a classic pairing that never fails.
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The secret: Use a good chicken stock for the porcini mushroom cream.
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Plating: Serve the cream very hot, place some shavings of foie mi-cuit in the center (which will melt slightly) and finish by slicing black truffle on top.
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Why it works: The creaminess of the dish helps the truffle flavor permeate every spoonful.
3. Parmesan and Truffle Risotto (The infallible classic)
If you're looking for a vegetarian option or a hearty main course, this is the one.
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Key to success: Use Carnaroli rice. Adding plenty of quality Parmesan cheese to the risotto is vital.
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The highlight: The truffle is never cooked . Once the risotto is on the plate, shave the fresh Sentidos Truferos truffle right in front of your guests. It's a visual and olfactory spectacle.
4. Beef Wellington with black truffle duxelles
The quintessential Christmas main course, but taken to the next level.
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The innovation: In the classic recipe, duxelles is made with mushrooms. We suggest replacing some of the mushrooms with finely chopped black truffle .
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Result: When you cut into the puff pastry, the aroma that escapes from within will leave everyone speechless. It's the perfect dish to show off your culinary skills.
5. Scallops gratin with truffle butter
For those who prefer the taste of the sea, the truffle provides a spectacular "sea and mountain" contrast.
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Preparation: Prepare a softened butter by mixing it with grated black truffle and let it rest for a few hours.
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Cooking: Sear the scallops on a griddle and finish them in the oven with a knob of that truffle butter on top until golden brown.
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Tip: Don't overcook it; the scallop should be juicy to contrast with the crunchy texture of the truffle.
Tips for getting the most out of your black truffle
To make these recipes shine, remember these golden rules:
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Fat is your ally: Truffles express themselves best in fatty environments (eggs, butter, cheese, cream).
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Just the right heat: Don't cook the truffle at high temperatures. Always add it at the end, using the residual heat of the dish.
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Quality above all: Make sure you buy fresh, quality-assured truffles, like the ones we select piece by piece in our store.
Ready for a Gourmet Christmas?
Don't wait until the last minute. Black truffles are in high demand this time of year. Place your order with Sentidos Truferos and make sure you have the secret ingredient that will make your table shine.
Turn your kitchen into a 5-star restaurant, get your black truffle.
