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South Africa · Western Cape · Eden| Common Animals Fish Mushrooms Flora |
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Tuber melanosporum |
July: The Perigord truffle does not grow in this month.
Edible, prized for its aroma. Highly valued in European cuisine for aroma and flavor. Traditionally used in French and Italian gastronomy.
Grows under deciduous trees, mainly oaks. Has dark brown or black surface with a warty texture.
Search in autumn and winter under oak and other deciduous trees Use specially trained dogs or pigs to locate underground fungi
Carefully check found fungi for aroma and texture. Harvest carefully to avoid damaging the mycelium.
Clean soil and forest debris with a dry brush. Do not wash with water to preserve aroma. Used in cooking without heat treatment.
Fruiting body: Used whole for seasoning and cooking
Truffle Oil (Infusing)
Used to flavor dishes
Used to flavor dishes
1. Infuse finely chopped truffle in olive oil.
2. Use oil to dress pasta, salads, and meat dishes.
2. Use oil to dress pasta, salads, and meat dishes.
Truffle Pasta (Cooking)
Thinly slice truffle and add to hot dish
Thinly slice truffle and add to hot dish
1. Cook pasta as desired.
2. Thinly slice truffle and mix with pasta.
3. Serve immediately to preserve aroma.
2. Thinly slice truffle and mix with pasta.
3. Serve immediately to preserve aroma.
Truffle Omelette (Frying)
Add truffle to omelette to enhance flavor
Add truffle to omelette to enhance flavor
1. Beat eggs.
2. Add finely chopped truffle.
3. Fry omelette until done.
2. Add finely chopped truffle.
3. Fry omelette until done.