Species

Tuber magnatum Pico.

English name: 

white truffle

Local name: 

veliki bijeli tartuf

Description: 

The white truffle can have various shapes (circular, oval, dented, sinusoidal) depending on the terrain where it grows. It is not uncommon to find truffles in the shape of a stick or triangle if the truffle is developed amongst two or more stones. The size also varies, and the weight reaches between 200 and 300 g, sometimes even up to one kilogramme. It's surface is smooth, dark yellow to yellow or olive-green to yellow colour but it can also be greyish-green. It has a strong flavour depending on the ripeness degree and a typical flavour which reminds of the taste of parmesan.

Uses: 

Usable part:
Whole truffle
Usage:
It is used in gastronomy.