A truffle, also called fenugreek, is a succulent. The fruity, white flesh of these tiny succulents are the most popular forms of truffles. These succulents are commonly harvested from the underground stem of underground fungi and the resulting succulents are then classified into three groups black truffles, white truffles, and red truffles. Each category has its own characteristics, but these three groups share similarities such as their small size, light brown or even black color, and the ability to be sliced or crushed for use in recipes.
A truffle is basically the fruiting bodies of a subterranean aspergillus fungus, mainly one of the three species of this genus Tuber. In addition to Tuber, several other genera of this fungus are also classified as truffles such as Geopora, Geoporus, Peziza, and many more. However, they all have one trait in common these fungi grow on the soil surface where moisture and dark temperatures can exist.
This means that truffles are able to thrive on soil that is dry or in the shade, and these fungi thrive on dark and moist areas. These conditions, along with the growth of fungi, create an ideal environment for the growth of mold. As a result, mold will form, which can create health risks for people if not properly removed.
Truffles and molds are not only a threat to people, but they are also considered a pest by some species of fungi. In fact, these fungi, known as "trichophytes", pose a real danger to the survival of this fungus as well as to other species. In some cases, the growth of trichophytes can have detrimental effects on the truffles themselves as the mold can cause a build-up of a toxin, resulting in the death of the fungus.
In order to effectively remove truffles from the soil, a method called "trichotillomania" must be used. Trichotillomania is the psychological act of licking your tongue or lips to induce a state of calming relaxation. As you may know, the tongue and lips are highly sensitive to the smell of any food, scent, or drink that contains sugar or salt.
To remove truffles, sprinkle a few tablespoons of black truffle salt onto the soil where you intend to plant them. When the truffle salt is in place, the fungus, as well as any fungi that may be growing on it, will be attracted to the salt.
In most cases, you do not need to dig up the fungus and pull it out. A trichotillomania cure works by breaking the fungus at the root system. Since the roots of these fungi grow beneath the surface, the trichotillomania cure will only work if it is directly applied. Simply spray the trichotillomania cure onto the roots of the truffle. This method of killing off the fungus is known as "trichotomy".
Truffle salt should be a component of any salt-based dishes that you prepare as it can kill fungi that live within the soil that surrounds the truffle. If you have black truffles, however, you may wish to use black truffle salt as opposed to the regular white truffle salt.
Truffles are typically harvested when the plants are just starting to bloom. The truffles that are harvested are then sold at market value to various retailers. In order to increase their value, truffles are exposed to light, which encourages the growth of mold, which is a natural food source for the fungi that live inside the truffles.
It is possible that the truffles may be coated with a natural substance that protects them from the mold, but it is difficult to determine how long the truffles have been exposed to light. It may take several years for the truffles to fully develop a protective coating that protects them from the mold.
Truffles are usually sold in bunches that range in size from a half gram up to several pounds depending on the truffles' size. The truffles can also vary in color and the coloration of the truffles can also vary.
Once harvested, the truffles are stored for later harvest. The truffles can be frozen after they are harvested and this makes it easier to preserve the truffles at room temperature. When the truffles are frozen, they can be stored for longer periods of time. This ensures that the truffles are available whenever a buyer desires them.
