Black Summer Truffle

Black summer truffles (Tuber aestivum) are a type of fungus that grows underground, typically in temperate regions of Europe. They are harvested by trained dogs or pigs that can detect their distinctive aroma. The truffles are then cleaned and often preserved in oil or brine, or dried and ground into a powder.

Black summer truffles are prized for their intense, earthy, and musky flavour and aroma, which they impart to foods. They are used as a luxury ingredient to enhance the taste and perceived value of dishes, particularly in savoury applications such as pasta, cheese, sauces, and pâtés.

Black summer truffle is a food ingredient, not a food additive, and is therefore not listed on the Register of Food Additive Authorisations. As a food ingredient, it is consumed as part of a varied diet. Evidence regarding specific health benefits or risks at typical consumption levels is limited.