Bianchetto
Bianchetto
The little brother of the Tuber Magnatum Pico (Tuber Borchii / Albidum Pico), with an intense, garlicky aroma. Globular, regular shape and a small size that rarely exceeds that of an egg. To be used strictly raw, sliced into very thin shavings over warm dishes just before serving. Harvested from mid-January to the end of April.
Bianchetto in short
Tuber Borchii / Albidum Pico
Botanical name
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Mid-January to the end of April (typically 15 January – 30 April)
Harvest
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A little like the younger brother of the king of truffles, the Tuber Magnatum Pico
Description
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Appearance
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Generally globular, regular shape, with a small size compared with other varieties. It rarely exceeds the size of an egg
Aroma
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Intense and garlicky
In the kitchen
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Strictly raw is recommended: sliced into very thin shavings directly over warm dishes just before serving. The heat of the dish instantly releases its persistent aroma
Storage
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In the fridge (not in the freezer!), wrapped in absorbent paper that is changed every day
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