Frozen slices of black summer truffle Tuber aestivum, Grade A

Frozen premium black summer truffle slices – a convenient, ready-to-use gourmet product. It preserves the authentic taste and aroma of Tuber Aestivum, ideal for pasta, risotto, meat, and specialties.

The premium black summer truffle (Tuber Aestivum) is presented in a convenient form—thin slices, frozen immediately after slicing to preserve its fresh aroma and flavor as much as possible. Its delicate texture and balanced earthy, slightly nutty flavor transform any dish into a true gourmet experience.

Thanks to the ready-to-use slices, the truffle is extremely easy to use—directly on pasta, risotto, pizza, salads, or meat dishes. With them, you add not just flavor, but authentic luxury and elegance to your kitchen.

Perfect for:

• Professional chefs and restaurants

• Quick and easy seasoning of gourmet dishes

• Highlighting the unique flavor of the truffle

Ingredients: 100% black summer truffle (Tuber Aestivum), sliced and frozen.
Storage: In the freezer at -18°C. Do not refreeze after thawing.

Key characteristics:

• Appearance: The summer truffle has a black or dark brown outer skin (peridium) with a rough, pyramidal texture. The interior (globa) is creamy to yellow-brown with white, branched veins.
• Size: It typically has a diameter of 2 to 10 cm and can weigh from a few grams to over 1 kg.
• Aroma and taste: Its aroma is milder compared to other truffles, with notes of hazelnuts, wild berries, and fresh soil. The flavor is delicate and nutty.

Habitat and Harvesting:

• The summer truffle grows underground in symbiosis with the roots of trees such as oak, hazel, beech, and pine.
• It is found in deciduous and coniferous forests, primarily in Southern and Central Europe, as well as in regions with a temperate climate.
• The harvesting season typically runs from May to September.

Culinary uses:

• The summer truffle is popular in the kitchen because of its more affordable price and mild flavor, which makes it suitable for a variety of dishes.
• It is used raw, grated over pasta, risotto, salads, or eggs. It is often added to butter, cheeses, or sauces for extra flavor.

Distinctive feature:

The summer truffle has a milder aroma and flavor compared to rarer truffle varieties, such as the Burgundy and black truffle Tuber Melanosporum, making it suitable for those just getting acquainted with truffles.