Huitlacoche — Wild Foraged & Frozen (5 lb Bulk)

🌽 Huitlacoche — Frozen (5 lb Pack)
Premium culinary-grade corn truffle, harvested wild and frozen at peak freshness
Price shown reflects the per-pound rate ($59.95/lb).
 
What Is Huitlacoche?
Huitlacoche (pronounced weet-la-COH-cheh) — also called corn truffle, corn smut, or the Mexican black gold — is a naturally occurring fungus that grows on corn. Highly prized in traditional Mexican cuisine and increasingly sought after by chefs around the world, it delivers a uniquely rich, earthy, umami-packed flavor profile found nowhere else.
Our Huitlacoche is harvested at peak maturity, then immediately cleaned, prepared, and frozen to preserve its full aroma, texture, and flavor complexity. This gives you access to a truly gourmet ingredient that is typically available for only a few short weeks each year.
 
Flavor Profile
Huitlacoche is beloved for its deep, savory, mushroom-forward character and natural smokiness. Expect:
Earthy, nutty richness
Roasted corn and toasted grain notes
Natural umami with hints of black pepper and wild mushroom
A subtle sweetness and soft, creamy texture when cooked
 
Unlike canned versions, frozen huitlacoche retains its full aromatic complexity and performs beautifully in higher-end recipes.
 
How to Use Huitlacoche
This ingredient brings depth and luxury to countless dishes. It is commonly used in:
Quesadillas, tacos, sopes, tamales, and empanadas
Risottos, creamy pastas, and wild mushroom dishes
Soups, bisques, and veloutés
Salsas, spreads, and compound butters
Egg dishes, omelets, scrambles, and frittatas
Grain bowls, roasted vegetables, and vegetarian entrées
 
To prepare, simply thaw, sauté lightly in oil or butter, season to taste, and fold into your dish. It pairs exceptionally well with onions, garlic, chilies, corn, aged cheeses, cream, and wild mushrooms.
 
Why Choose Our Frozen Huitlacoche?
Harvested at peak season for maximum flavor
Flash-frozen immediately for optimal preservation
Superior texture and taste compared to canned varieties
Sourced from trusted producers specializing in wild foods
Consistent supply for chefs, restaurants, and culinary creators
 
If you’re looking for the highest culinary quality, frozen is the gold standard.
 
Perfect for Chefs, Restaurants & Serious Home Cooks
Huitlacoche elevates dishes with a depth of flavor that appeals to modern chefs, food program directors, specialty grocers, caterers, and home cooks seeking rare ingredients. Its versatility makes it ideal for upscale menus, seasonal specials, and creative recipe development.
 
Storage & Handling
Arrives frozen in a 5 lb bulk foodservice pack
Store at 0°F (-18°C) or below
Thaw only the quantity needed
Do not refreeze once thawed
Shelf life: up to 12 months frozen
 
Ingredient Details
Ingredient: 100% pure frozen Huitlacoche (corn smut, corn truffle)
Processing: Harvested, cleaned, prepped, and frozen
Allergens: Contains corn
 
⭐ Why Chefs Love It
Huitlacoche is one of the few ingredients that offers savoriness, aroma, texture, and umami in a single spoonful. It brings depth to vegetarian dishes, complexity to sauces, and an unmistakable signature to any plate. Use it when you want a dish to have character — not just flavor.

Premium Frozen Quality This product is individually quick frozen at peak season, maintaining excellent texture, vibrant pigment, and natural integrity. To protect the integrity of kernal, all of our frozen products ship in insulated coolers with frozen gel packs and always via overnight service. We never use slow ground transport for frozen items. This ensures your fruit arrives solid, vibrant, and in peak condition — a premium process that adds cost, but delivers the quality our customers expect.