Chopping and Slicing Truffles

Truffles are more easily sliced if the peels, which are somewhat hard, are first removed with a paring knife. The peelings can be chopped and used in sauces or omelets. The best method for slicing truffles is to use a Japanese mandoline, which can cut them paper thin. An Italian truffle slicer can also be used—especially if the slicing is being done at the table—but it will not slice as thinly as a Japanese mandoline.