Black truffles and salt are similar in many ways but not in all. Since there are differences between the two, it is quite a challenge to decide what is best for your cooking.
Truffles grow on the rocks along the coast of the Mediterranean Sea. They are primarily used for garnishing, but they can also be eaten raw like caviar. You may find them at expensive wine and cheese stores, but they are actually rather inexpensive and make a delicious addition to your dinner table.
Sea salt is also a great substitute for truffles. Sea salt comes from the sea itself and is very versatile because it can be used in other dishes as well. You can find sea salt in many supermarkets and has a stronger flavor than regular table salt.
The reason that truffle sea salt works so well is that it holds the flavor of the truffles and adds an extra layer of richness. In my opinion, black truffle salt is the best option for those that do not want to use truffles or sea salt to add a little something extra to their meal.
Since I did not have access to truffles or sea salt, I decided to make my own version. Using truffle sea salt, fresh herbs and thyme leaf is a fun way to create a fantastic truffle sauce. My version is based on a simple and easy recipe that you can find in my e-book: How to Make Your Own black truffle sea salt Seasoning.
Since making this flavor it has been referred to as a "black truffle" seasoning I decided to use this term in my recipes. This makes it an easy recipe to adapt to many types of recipes since the flavorings can be easily mixed together.
For this recipe, you will need about a pound of herb, a few cups of salt, and the flavorings. Keep in mind that the flavorings in this recipe can be found online or at your local health food store. I highly recommend you using a combination of these ingredients for the best results.
If you are only using dried herbs then keep them to a minimum. Fresh herbs will lend a richer and more intense flavor and will be more difficult to blend together.
Next, mix the herbs, the salt, and the flavorings in a large bowl. It is best to keep the mixture as even as possible or you may end up with a mixture that is too thick or too thin.
The next step in creating a truffle sea salt is to add your truffles to the mixture using your hands. In order to keep a uniform thickness of the truffle sauce, you will need to use a hand blender. Truffles can also be added using a mortar and pestle.
When using black truffle salt, you will also need to pay attention to the seasonings. You want to have the seasoning mixture as close to the top of the ingredients as possible. The more even the seasoning is the smoother the truffle sauce will be.
Making your own sea salt is definitely a way to add some variety to your meals. Not only will you be saving money but you will also be adding something special to your food.
