How long does a truffle last and how to store truffles ?
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Key takeaways:
For fresh truffles
- In the refrigerator: Wrap them in unscented paper towels and place them in an airtight jar at the bottom of the fridge (between 2 and 5°C). They will keep for 7 to 10 days.
- Daily maintenance: Change the paper towel every day to prevent moisture from spoiling them.
- To avoid: Do not store your truffles in rice, as this dries them out too much.
- Freezing: It is possible to freeze fresh (unwashed) truffles in a vacuum container for 6 to 8 months. You can then grate them while still frozen. Frozen truffles retain their olfactory and flavor qualities. However, a thawed truffle must never be refrozen.
For vacuum-cooked truffles
- Before opening: They can be kept for up to 12 months at room temperature. Store the jar in a cool place away from light.
- After opening: Place them in the fridge in an airtight container away from light with a paper towel and consume within 5 to 7 days.
- Serving tip: Take the truffle out of the refrigerator 30 minutes before tasting to release all its aromas.
The recommended method is as follows:
- Wrap fresh truffles in paper towels
- Store in an airtight jar in the refrigerator
- You can keep them for up to 7 to 10 days in the fridge under good conditions
- Even if it is tedious, do not forget to change the paper towel daily
- Avoid rice, which dries out the truffle
If the whole extra black truffle is already cooked and vacuum-sealed in a jar, it can be kept:
- up to 12 months before opening at room temperature (i.e., outside the fridge)
- 5 to 7 days in a cool place after opening
Store it in an airtight container, wrapped in an absorbent towel. For perfect tasting, take the truffle out of the fridge 30 minutes before consumption.
As for truffle juice, if it is cooked and vacuum-packed, it can be kept for up to 12 months before opening at room temperature.
Can truffles be frozen?
Yes, fresh truffles can be frozen for 6 to 8 months.
Are preserved truffles good?
While freezing fresh truffles does not alter the taste, their aromatic intensity decreases. On the other hand, cooked and vacuum-preserved truffles retain all their quality for 1 year.
How to freeze truffles?
Be sure not to wash them beforehand. And place them in a vacuum container. To thaw them, it is best to place them in the refrigerator to avoid breaking the cold chain and prevent the growth of bacteria. They can also be grated while frozen on the day of preparation/consumption. Note, of course, that it is not possible to refreeze truffles that have already been thawed.
How long can a fresh truffle be kept in the fridge?
A fresh truffle can generally be kept between 5 and 10 days in the refrigerator, depending on its degree of maturity and storage conditions. The more mature it is, the more quickly it must be consumed (ideally within 5 days). To best preserve its delicate aromas, it is recommended to wrap it in unscented paper towels, to be changed every day to avoid moisture. And to place it in an airtight jar at the bottom of the fridge (between 2 and 5 °C). Tip: to extend its shelf life, you can also store it in rice or freeze it grated.