5 oz. Resealable Pouch - Authentic Italian Black Truffle Salt by San Francisco Salt Company

I honestly didn’t expect to love this as much as I do, but this truffle salt has become one of my favorite things in my kitchen. I bought it to try something a little different, and now I find myself reaching for it all the time. It instantly makes simple meals feel more elevated without having to do anything extra. I’ve used it on eggs, roasted vegetables, pasta, popcorn, and even fries, and it adds such a rich, savory flavor that really stands out. The truffle taste is noticeable but not overpowering!! It just enhances whatever you’re eating instead of taking over. A little goes a long way, which makes it feel totally worth it.

This delivers what it promises. Use it at the table for salty truffle deliciousness on basically anything for divine flavor! Try it on fries with Parmesan. You can thank me later! ;)

I've bought this salt numerous times now and love it. Great quality and flavor for a reasonal price.

While this particular truffle salt isn't quite as fragrant/truffle-flavor heavy as other brands, it is a bargain for the money and is better than many store brands. It's a perfect addition for simple foods like popcorn or potatoes and I often use it as a substitute for regular salt in many recipes, which ends up giving up more depth in flavor (and smells great too).

Best salt! We reorder all the time! You will even want to always have a backup. Great for a gift too. High quality salt and real truffles and high quality truffle flavor

Upon receiving and opening my 5oz bag of Italian Black Truffle Salt, I was appalled by the aroma. I was ready to contact customer service to request a refund (as refunds are not typically granted for food items purchased on Amazon) but decided to go ahead and read more of the critical reviews of this particular product. This turned out to be game changer. There were a number of consumers who mentioned that the aroma was off-putting… but many mentioned that it faded after days or weeks. I took that into consideration and decided to go ahead and try it a few hours after I opened the bag. Hours later, I tried it on fish and just didn’t care for the taste – it actually reminded me of potassium chloride salt substitute. The following morning, I tried it again (on fish). It wasn’t as offensive, but I still didn’t care for it. But, having read a number of the critical reviews, I was rather impressed with the level of customer support follow-through that Rebecca exhibits. I work as a QA Manager at food manufacturing company and can recognize a sincere response. While some of her replies are canned – guess what, so are those related reviews to which she uses that response. Rebecca reads all reviews and replies to them accordingly. If it’s a taste thing, you cannot argue with that, so that’s when you get the canned response (which in my opinion is the best thing a food company can offer, as we all have different taste preferences). If it’s a shipping issue, she addresses it. If it’s an authenticity issue, she reassures you with their certified lab testing. Outside of the excellent reviews where folks already love the product, Rebecca, in my opinion, is the key that keeps the Amazon consumers loyal to this product. So, I tried it again at lunch… which I was hesitant to do because I could smell the unpleasant (only somewhat now) smell from the snack drawer at my desk. Once I opened it up to ask my boss what he thought, I took a sniff and it actually smelled remarkably better! Still not 100%, but it started to smell good. I sprinkled it on my fish and vegetables and enjoyed it! One caveat: Don’t use too much too soon. Within the first 24ish hours, I got little flavor, lots of unpleasant aroma. 36 to 48 hours later… I used a little too much salt (thinking I needed more to get the truffle flavor, based on my experience from the previous 24ish hours). It may take a little time to “soak in” but definitely allow for that time. It’s worth it. I’m going to try a lighter sprinkle tomorrow and let it soak in, marinate before I attempt eating. All in all, I’m not sure if I’ll buy this product again. But then, I’ve only had this salt for 48 hours, and the aroma and flavor have morphed dramatically in that short amount of time. That being said, I’m definitely going to peruse the shop and hopefully order from San Francisco Salt Company again because of the phenomenal customer support and service by Rebecca.

I’ve been using it for years and everyone loves it. I have given packets to family members and friends many times. I have also recommended the truffle salt to others.

First time trying the truffle salt and absolutel love it. It is strong but not overpowering. You might want to grab a shaker that closes because the aroma is strong. I think the price is comparable to others. I would buy it anyway even if the price were higher. I really like it that much. Grab this and you won't regret it. I am now planning my dishes around the seasoning and plan on trying the smoked salt from this company. You have a fan San Francisco Salt Company!

Finding a high-quality truffle salt that delivers a genuinely deep, authentic earthiness without relying on synthetic, overpowering chemical aromas can be an absolute minefield. Many commercial brands offer salt that loses its punch within a week or contains zero actual truffle material. This Italian Black Truffle Sea Salt from the San Francisco Salt Company completely resets the standard for premium kitchen seasonings, offering a spectacular, well-balanced gourmet asset. Authentic Italian Truffles & Sea Salt Matrix: The defining feature of this blend is the inclusion of real bits of Italian black truffles (Tuber melanosporum) meticulously ground into premium, fine-grain sea salt. The moment you open the resealable pouch, the rich, rich umami aroma is immediate and intoxicating. Because the grain size is perfectly calibrated, it dissolves beautifully on warm food, making it an exceptional finishing touch for homemade artisan breads, roasted garlic potato wedges, or fresh gourmet popcorn. Purity & Culinary Versatility: The flavor profile here is incredibly potent, meaning a tiny pinch goes an immense way in elevating a dish from standard to restaurant-quality. It strikes the perfect balance—the clean salinity of the sea salt enhances the savory characteristics of the truffle rather than masking them. The moisture-barrier pouch does a flawless job of keeping the salt perfectly dry and locking in the volatile aromatic compounds over months of shelf storage. Pros: Features authentic, intensely aromatic Italian black truffle flecks with zero artificial aftertaste. Excellent, fine-grain sea salt structure provides a uniform flavor distribution. Incredible depth of umami flavor that instantly elevates simple home-cooked dishes. Sturdy, high-utility resealable pouch keeps the blend perfectly dry and aromatic. Cons: This is strictly a pure finishing salt designed to be added right before serving—if you try to use it as a standard cooking salt in boiling water or long-stewing sauces, the delicate, premium truffle flavor will dissipate under intense heat! Verdict: A flawless, high-utility culinary asset that brings spectacular value and sophisticated flavor to any serious home kitchen. If you want a genuine, punchy umami kick to finish your favorite dishes, this San Francisco Salt Company pouch is an absolute mandatory pantry upgrade.

SO GOOD! Can sprinkle a little bit on a meal and it immediately elevates the flavour! Would recommend for sure!

Great taste. Package was smaller than I thought it might be, but to be expected for product, as truffles are not cheap

Great taste to it.

Flavor is great. The salt is finer than what I was hoping for but overall I recommend this amazing salt.