Tajarin al Tartufo
Tajarin al Tartufo is the epitome of Piedmontese pasta passion: thin egg noodles, prepared in lots of egg yolk and butter, are topped with fresh, wafer-thin sliced white truffle. The recipe captivates with its simple elegance and transforms a few, selected ingredients into a real feast - especially whenever an exquisite wine accompaniment is chosen.
Prep Time 30 minutes mins
Cook Time 15 minutes mins
Total Time 45 minutes mins
Course Festive, Main course, Pasta
Cuisine Italian, Piedmontese
Servings 2 Persons
Calories 570 kcal
For the Tajarin
- 200 g Wheat flour
- 6 Yolk
- 1 Egg
- 1 pinch of salt
For the sauce & truffles
- 60 g Butter
- 30 g white truffle alternative: high-quality truffle butter
- Salt Pepper
Dough & Noodles
Knead the flour, egg yolk, egg and salt into a smooth dough, leave to rest in foil for 30 mins.
Roll out thinly, cut into fine strips – typical Tajarin.
Cooking & Serving
Cook the tajarin in boiling salted water for 2 mins., drain.
Toss in hot butter, transfer to plates.
Slice the fresh truffles over the top and serve.
Recommended Accompaniments
Calories: 570kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 18gFat: 30g
Keyword Barbaresco, Piedmont, Tajarin, Truffle pasta, Wine with food