Truffle sauces

Buying Italian truffle sauce: discover the flavour of salsa tartufata

A good Italian truffle sauce brings together the unique flavour of truffle with carefully selected ingredients. Think of mushrooms, porcini, oil, and herbs. This creates a versatile flavouring that pairs excellently with both simple and festive dishes.

At Kelvini Italian Artisan, you will find various Italian truffle sauces, including preparations from Micco Tartufi and Filosofia Naturale. Discover which sauce best suits your favourite pasta, risotto or antipasti.

What is salsa tartufata?

Salsa tartufata is a well-known Italian truffle preparation. It often consists of a combination of truffle, mushrooms, oil and other flavourings.

The exact ingredients vary by producer. Some sauces are smooth in texture, while others contain recognizable pieces of mushroom or truffle.

Salsa tartufata is popular because with a small amount, you can give a dish extra character.

What types of Italian truffle sauce are there?

Black truffle sauce – Salsa tartufata nera

A black truffle sauce combines truffle with other ingredients into a savoury preparation. The flavour and intensity depend on the type of truffle used and the recipe.

This sauce goes well with tagliatelle, risotto, potatoes and various meat dishes.

White truffle sauce – Salsa tartufata bianca

White truffle sauces have their own composition and flavour profile. The name does not automatically mean that the product contains the exclusive white truffle Tuber magnatum.

Therefore, always check the ingredient list to see which type of truffle has actually been used.

Truffle sauce with mushrooms

Mushrooms provide an accessible, savoury base for a truffle sauce. This type of sauce is suitable for pasta, crostini and simple warm dishes.

Truffle sauce with porcini

Porcini mushrooms, known as funghi porcini in Italy, have a pronounced earthy flavour. In combination with truffle, it creates a rich sauce that pairs well with pasta, risotto, and potato dishes.

How do you use truffle sauce with pasta?

An Italian truffle sauce is a practical base for a delicious truffle pasta.

Cook tagliatelle, pappardelle, or another Italian pasta until al dente. Meanwhile, gently heat a small amount of truffle sauce over low heat, according to the instructions on the packaging.

Add the pasta and mix everything with a bit of pasta cooking water. This way, the sauce distributes evenly over the pasta.

Finish with Parmigiano Reggiano if desired, depending on the taste and composition of the chosen sauce.

Combining truffle sauce with risotto, meat, and antipasti

Risotto: stir a bit of truffle sauce into a creamy risotto made with Carnaroli or Arborio rice.

Meat dishes: use the sauce as a flavour enhancer for beef, chicken, or a warm sauce.

Crostini: serve a suitable truffle sauce on lightly toasted Italian bread.

Potato dishes: combine with mashed potatoes, roasted potatoes, or a potato gratin.

Egg dishes: give scrambled eggs or an omelette an extra flavour boost.

What is the difference between truffle sauce and truffle cream?

A truffle sauce is a compound preparation with truffle, often combined with mushrooms and oil.

A truffle cream typically has a creamier texture and is also used as a spreadable flavouring.

The terms are not used in the same way by all producers. Therefore, always check the ingredients and product description.

What should you pay attention to when buying truffle sauce?

Not every truffle sauce contains the same amount or type of truffle. Pay attention to the following when making your choice:

• Type of truffle: for example, summer truffle (Tuber aestivum) or another type.

• Truffle percentage: the amount of real truffle can vary.

• Mushrooms: mushrooms and porcini each provide a different flavour.

• Aromas: some products contain added aromas.

• Texture: choose a smooth sauce or a preparation with visible pieces.

• Contents: small jars are practical for home use; larger packages can be interesting for regular use.

A good choice depends not only on the truffle percentage but also on the flavour balance and the dish for which you want to use the sauce.

How do you store truffle sauce?

Store unopened jars according to the instructions on the packaging. After opening, many truffle sauces need to be refrigerated and used within a certain period.

Use clean utensils and always follow the storage instructions from the producer.

The secret of Nonna Kelvini

Try making a simple tagliatelle with truffle sauce and porcini. Cook the pasta al dente, heat a bit of truffle sauce and mix with a splash of pasta cooking water. Add the pasta and stir until the sauce is nicely distributed.

Finish off with a bit of Parmigiano Reggiano if desired. Don't use too many other flavourings: let the truffle and mushrooms define the dish.

Frequently asked questions about Italian truffle sauce

What is Italian truffle sauce?

Italian truffle sauce is a preparation with truffle and other ingredients, such as mushrooms, oil and herbs. The exact composition varies by producer.

What does salsa tartufata mean?

Salsa tartufata is the Italian term for a type of truffle sauce, often based on truffle and mushrooms.

Which truffle sauce is suitable for pasta?

Both black truffle sauce and preparations with mushrooms or porcini are suitable for pasta. The best choice depends on the desired flavour.

Is white truffle sauce made from white Alba truffle?

Not necessarily. The term 'white truffle sauce' does not guarantee that it contains Tuber magnatum. Check the botanical truffle type on the label.

Can I use truffle sauce straight from the jar?

That varies by product. Many truffle sauces are ready to use or only need to be heated briefly. Follow the instructions on the packaging.

How much truffle sauce do I need per person?

That depends on the concentration and the desired flavour. Start with a small amount and add more to taste.

Is truffle sauce the same as truffle oil?

No. Truffle sauce is a compound preparation, while truffle oil is an oil product used as a flavouring.

Order Italian truffle sauce online at Kelvini

From classic salsa tartufata to truffle sauce with mushrooms or porcini: at Kelvini you will discover Italian flavourings for pasta, risotto, antipasti and other dishes.

Choose the truffle sauce that suits your kitchen and enjoy a piece of Italian gastronomy at home.

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