Truffle Pesto 150g

Black truffle pesto combines black summer truffle, porcini mushrooms and extra-virgin olive oil into a ready-to-use gourmet sauce for pasta, eggs and more.

What Is Black Truffle Pesto?

This savoury truffle pesto combines champignon and porcini mushrooms with black olives, extra-virgin olive oil and 5% black summer truffle, Tuber aestivum. A small amount of almond gives it a smooth yet lightly textured finish.

It has the consistency of a thick, spoonable pesto or tapenade rather than a runny sauce, making it easy to stir through pasta or spread over toast. The flavour is earthy, musky and deeply savoury, with the woodland character of truffle and porcini balanced by the rich, gently briny depth of black olives, which supports rather than overwhelms the truffle.

For more about the ingredient and where to find it, explore our black truffle collection.

How to Use Black Truffle Pesto

Black truffle pesto is ready to use straight from the jar. Stir it through warm food just before serving, or use it as a flavourful finishing layer.

• Toss a spoonful through hot tagliatelle, gnocchi or our black truffle pasta, loosening it with a splash of pasta water and finishing with Parmesan.
• Stir into creamy risotto, buttery mashed potato or celeriac purée for an easy restaurant-style side dish.
• Spread over warm sourdough, crostini or focaccia, then top with burrata, mozzarella, goat’s cheese or roasted mushrooms.
• Add a spoonful to softly scrambled eggs, an omelette or a cheese toastie for a luxurious breakfast or quick lunch.
• Use as a finishing sauce for roast chicken, steak, pork, white fish or grilled vegetables.
• Fold through cream cheese or crème fraîche for a savoury pastry filling, baked potato topping or elegant dip.

Chef’s Tip

Warm the food rather than the pesto. Stir it through pasta, risotto or a sauce once the pan is off the heat, allowing its truffle aroma to remain clear and fragrant.

Where Does It Come From?

Black truffle pesto is part of the Monika’s Kitchen range, personally selected by Monika for its flavour, quality and practical use in home cooking.

Specialist producers and a team of truffle hunters led by István Bagi, an experienced truffle expert with extensive knowledge of cultivation, seasonal conditions and truffle-growing landscapes, supply the truffles.

Truffles grow underground and trained dogs find them by scent. The hunting teams include rescue dogs trained by a specialist animal charity, giving these remarkable animals an important role in finding truffles beneath the forest floor.

Discover more convenient ways to enjoy truffle at home in our truffle food collection.

Ingredients & Nutritional Information

Ingredients: Champignon mushrooms, extra-virgin olive oil, olives, black truffle (Tuber aestivum) (5%), porcini mushrooms, almond, truffle flavouring, salt.

Country of Origin: Hungary.

Dietary information: Suitable for vegetarians and vegans. Free from dairy, gluten and preservatives. Non-GMO.

Storage: Store in a cool, dry place. Once opened, keep refrigerated and consume within five days.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does black truffle pesto taste like?

It is earthy, gently musky and deeply savoury, with the distinctive aroma of black truffle supported by porcini mushrooms, black olives and extra-virgin olive oil. The olives bring a rounded, lightly briny depth rather than a strong olive flavour.

Is truffle pesto the same as regular pesto?

No. Classic pesto is usually made with basil, cheese, pine nuts and olive oil. This truffle pesto is based on mushrooms, olives, olive oil, almonds and black truffle, giving it a darker, earthier and more savoury character.

Is black truffle pesto smooth or chunky?

It is a thick, spoonable pesto with a smooth base and a little natural texture from the mushrooms, olives and almonds. It spreads easily over crostini and loosens beautifully when mixed with warm pasta water or cream.

How much truffle pesto should I use?

Start with around one heaped teaspoon per person, then add more to taste. Its aroma is concentrated, so a modest amount is usually enough to flavour a plate of pasta, risotto or eggs.

Can I heat truffle pesto in a pan?

It is best not to fry truffle pesto directly in a hot pan. Heat the pasta, risotto or sauce first, then remove it from the heat and stir in the pesto just before serving to preserve its delicate truffle aroma.

Is black truffle pesto dairy-free?

Yes. It is made without dairy ingredients and is suitable for vegans.

How should I store truffle pesto after opening?

Keep the jar refrigerated with the lid tightly closed and use a clean spoon each time. Level the remaining pesto with the back of the spoon, then cover the surface with a thin layer of extra-virgin olive oil before resealing. This helps protect it from air. Consume within five days of opening.

What can I serve with truffle pesto besides pasta?

It is delicious with eggs, risotto, mashed potato, roasted mushrooms, chicken, steak, white fish, grilled vegetables, crostini and cheese. It also makes a simple but impressive filling for savoury pastry.

Is black truffle pesto a good gift for a food lover?

Yes. It is an easy-to-use gourmet gift for anyone who enjoys cooking and entertaining. Pair it with other specialities from our gourmet food collection for a generous food gift.