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by Fiahil 1342 days ago
> Chinese truffles (Tuber indicum), that is, a close relative of the French black truffle (Tuber melanosporum) [...] even ripe Chinese truffles are not wonderful [...] Although it doesn’t have the same powerful aroma or strong flavor, it’s a close approximation.

AKA, a cheap Chinese knock-off.