Was ist Prosciutto?
An Italian dry-cured ham, typically sliced thin and served uncooked, known for its delicate, salty, and subtly sweet flavor.
"The epitome of Italian culinary craft: simple ingredients, profound flavor."
Technical Metrics
Curing Time
12-36 months
Key Ingredients
Pork leg, salt
PDO Status
Prosciutto di Parma & San Daniele have Protected Designation of Origin
Geheimtipp des Chefs
Drape prosciutto over warm dishes just before serving to allow its delicate fat to slightly melt and release its aromatic complexity without cooking it.
Wie man Prosciutto auswählt & lagert
- Purchase freshly sliced from a reputable deli.
- Look for a marbleized appearance and a deep reddish-pink color.
Womit passt Prosciutto gut zusammen?
- Melon
- figs
- mozzarella
- arugula
- red wine
- breadsticks
- balsamic glaze
- asparagus
Häufig gestellte Fragen
Wie schmeckt Prosciutto?
Salty, savory, subtly sweet, umami, delicate, melt-in-your-mouth
Wie wählt und lagert man Prosciutto?
Purchase freshly sliced from a reputable deli. Look for a marbleized appearance and a deep reddish-pink color.