Black Summer Truffle – Tuber Aestivum

Meet the Black Summer Truffle (Tuber Aestivum), a favorite and the most widespread representative of Istrian truffles, which reaches its peak season during the warm summer months. Although its aroma and intensity differ from winter varieties, its accessibility and mild, pleasant aroma make it an extremely popular choice for culinary enthusiasts and professionals worldwide.

Characteristics and Origin: The Tuber Aestivum is characterized by a black, rough surface and a light interior (gleba) with white marbled veins. It grows in various types of soil in the Istrian forests, and its availability during the summer makes it ideal for culinary experimentation. Its delicate earthy aroma with notes of mushrooms and hazelnuts, and mild nutty flavor, perfectly complement a wide range of dishes.

Versatile Culinary Use: One of the greatest advantages of the Black Summer Truffle is its flexibility in preparation. You can use it in several ways:

• Raw Grated: For a subtle hint of truffle, simply grate it thinly over a warm, finished dish like pasta, risotto, eggs, or salads. The heat of the dish will help release its aroma.
• Gentle Heating: To extract a more intense flavor and aroma, the summer truffle can be gently heated. It is ideal to add it at the end of cooking or lightly sauté it with a bit of olive oil. It is perfect for sauces, soups, or as an addition to meat and fish dishes.
• Combination with Olive Oil: It is excellent in combination with quality Istrian olive oil, creating a base for sauces or simply as a topping for bread.

Why choose our Black Summer Truffle?

• Affordable Delicacy: An ideal introduction to the world of truffles, available during the summer months.
• Versatile Use: Excellent raw, gently heated, in sauces, soups, or as a topping.
• Mild, Pleasant Aroma: Perfect for those just discovering the charms of truffles or who prefer a subtler taste.
• Authentic Istrian Origin: A guarantee of quality and freshness directly from the Istrian forests.