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Slice & store Speck Alto Adige properly
Find out how to slice and store Speck Alto Adige PGI properly so that the flavour, consistency and quality are optimally preserved.
For Speck Alto Adige PGI to develop its full flavour, the way it is sliced and stored is crucial. Read on to find out what is important in both processes and how to prepare the speck for eating.
Whether you slice it wafer-thin with a machine or traditionally with a knife, the right technique influences the flavour, bite and texture.
Proper storage is also crucial: different recommendations apply depending on the packaging and variant to ensure quality and flavour are preserved for as long as possible. From storing it in the fridge to removing the packaging, you will find practical tips here to help you get the most out of it.
Slicing Speck Alto Adige correctly
The right slicing technique is key to bringing out the full flavour of Speck Alto Adige PGI. Follow our step-by-step guide to learn how to prepare it to perfection.
Preparing speck
Cut a slice about 3 centimetres thick lengthways from the piece of speck. Then remove the rind and, optionally, the spice crust.
How to achieve the perfect cut
Store Speck Alto Adige correctly
Speck Alto Adige PGI is naturally long-lasting. With the right storage, the flavour, texture and quality are preserved for weeks or months.
The production of Speck Alto Adige PGI dates back to the traditional method of preserving meat through salting, smoking and air-drying. This time-honoured method ensures that Speck remains edible for a long time, even without additives.
Speck Alto Adige is available unpackaged from the butcher's counter and vacuum-packed in the chiller cabinet. At home, unpackaged speck should be stored wrapped in a slightly damp cloth in a cool place or in the fridge, away from strong-smelling foods. Vacuum-packed speck will keep for several months in a cool, dark place or in the fridge.
Remove the packaging at least one hour before eating to allow the speck to develop its full flavour at room temperature.
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