The black truffle , or Tuber melanosporum, is a highly prized and flavorful fungus, especially prized in kitchens. It's known as the black diamond or the crown jewel of gastronomy. We'll tell you everything you need to know about the black truffle in season.
However, this exquisite piece of the puzzle of the finest gastronomic dishes is not available fresh year-round. In Spain, the black truffle harvesting season typically begins in late November and lasts until mid-March, depending on the season and the quality of the truffle.
Thus, this delicate fungus, also known as the winter truffle , requires specific climate and soil conditions, and it takes several years before the black truffle can be harvested. In Spain, specifically, it can take up to eight years from planting to produce the first black truffles. Quite an art!
The art of black truffle hunting
Hunting for black truffles is a true art due to the difficulty involved and the lengthy process. The harvesting of black truffles takes place in plantations near the trunks of the producing trees.
Typically, black truffle hunting is carried out with the help of truffle dogs, who are responsible for indicating the location of the black truffle without damaging it. Once the truffle dogs have indicated the location, the harvester must then carefully dig to unearth the treasure without harming the truffle.
Furthermore, it's important to consider the conditions under which the black truffle reproduces. As we explained in a previous blog post about how to find black truffles , they can't be grown in all soils and climates, as they require very specific and optimal conditions.
Buy fresh black truffles online
Any product, when fresh, allows us to enjoy all its properties to a greater degree. In the case of the black truffle, the aroma and exquisite flavor of the fungus add value to every dish in which it is used.
We've shared many black truffle recipes to surprise your guests:truffled panna cotta , pumpkin cream with black truffle , truffled fried eggs , Camembert with black truffle … You're probably already experts in using black truffle in the kitchen.
If you've tried these recipes with frozen black truffle, imagine the exquisite result if you had used fresh black truffle. Now that we're entering black truffle harvesting season, this is already possible.
If you want to stay up-to-date on all the news from the world of black truffles and learn the best recipes with black truffles, don't forget to read our Truffle Magazine from Sentidos Truferos .
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Buying black truffles has never been easier. You'll find the finest quality seasonal black truffles at Sentidos Truferos .
Sentidos Truferos is a platform that connects black truffle producers, distributors, and consumers, fostering relationships between them. Whether you're a restaurant or an individual consumer, you'll find seasonal black truffles harvested by the finest producers and distributed by Sentidos Truferos.
For this reason, on our black truffle platform, you can buy seasonal, top-quality black truffles with just a couple of clicks. Don't miss the opportunity to enhance your dishes with this jewel of the kitchen, this black diamond.
Give your dishes an unmistakable flavor that will delight all your guests. Whether you own a restaurant and want to enhance your menu, are hosting a special dinner or lunch, or simply enjoy the pleasures of fine dining in solitude, you can quickly and efficiently experience the full aromas of seasonal black truffles at their peak.
Buy seasonal black truffles: Store them at home
If you have decided to buy seasonal black truffles, once they arrive at your home thanks to our fast home delivery, it is time to preserve them and ensure that the black truffle retains its exquisite properties.
Fresh, seasonal black truffles can be stored for up to two weeks at a temperature between 0 and 4°C. As we mentioned in one of our articles, to keep seasonal black truffles in the best condition, it's important to protect them from moisture. For this reason, it's essential to wrap them in absorbent paper, which should be changed daily.
If you want to get the most out of preserving fresh, seasonal black truffles, store them near eggs or rice. These foods will absorb the flavor and aroma of the black truffle. Remember that seasonal black truffles should always be kept in a completely airtight container, which should be opened every two days to allow the truffle to breathe and eliminate any moisture that may have accumulated.
Truffle season is almost here, and you can buy black truffles online at Sentidos Truferos in just a few clicks. Bookmark our page!
