How can I use truffles in cooking?

Truffles are most commonly used as a finishing ingredient, shaved over dishes such as pasta, eggs, risotto, or potatoes to enhance aroma and flavor. They can also be incorporated into sauces or butter, or used in simple preparations where their flavor can stand out.

Truffles can also be used to infuse ingredients like eggs and rice:

Eggs: Place whole eggs (in their shells) in an airtight container with a fresh truffle and refrigerate for 24–48 hours. The porous shells allow the eggs to absorb the truffle’s aroma, making them ideal for scrambled eggs, omelets, or custards.

Rice: Store uncooked rice in an airtight container with a truffle for 1–2 days. The rice will absorb the aroma, making it especially well-suited for dishes like risotto.

For best results, keep the container sealed tightly and use the infused ingredients promptly while the aroma is at its peak.