Funghi
Craterellus cornucopioides
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Craterellus cornucopioides is the black trumpet/horn of plenty—thin, hollow, dark, explosively aromatic wild mushroom with smoky fruity depth. Lightweight but intense; dries magnificently. Sauté briefly; use dried powder as super-seasoning. Clean grit from hollows. One of the great European wild aromatics.
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FruityHollow DarkIntenseIntense AromaSmokySpeciesThin
History
European foragers prized black trumpets for intense aroma.
FR
French cuisine used trompette de la mort in sauces despite the morbid name.
Dried black trumpets became a global chef pantry staple.