Black autumn truffles (tuber uncinatum chatin)

Black autumn truffles Tuber uncinatum chatin they are found from September to December, growing in hill and mountain forests. Black truffles Tuber uncinatum are also known as burgundy truffles or autumn truffles. The Burgundy truffle has a gastronomic value that places it ahead black summer truffle, having a medium intensity aroma. Since ancient times, people have consumed truffles, considering them to have magical powers and used them as food, aphrodisiac and medicine.

The inner labyrinths of the truffle are reddish-brown and chocolate, and the flavor is more intense compared to the summer truffle. The flesh, the interior of this black truffle is very firm and compact and has an aromatic smell, reminiscent of mushrooms similar to gray mushrooms, and a very savory, nutty taste.

We at Luna's Truffles are truffle pickers from the forests of Romania, with the help of dogs trained for this purpose. The selling price of fresh truffles differs depending on the quantity collected each year and the quality of the truffle.

STORAGE CONDITIONS

Black truffles are stored in the refrigerator (1-3 degrees), for 7-10 days, in a glass container, in a generous layer of rice or individually wrapped in a paper napkin (which is changed every 1-2 days because it gets wet).

CONSUMPTION

Fresh truffles are cleaned of impurities under a stream of cold water with a special brush. They can be used in the kitchen and raw. Black autumn truffles Tuber uncinatum chatin are added to food after preparation, so as not to lose its flavor. They can be added over pasta, rice, soups, grilled or sliced ​​steaks.