Prosciutto Cotto | Imported from Italy | 4 Pound
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Prosciutto Cotto | Imported from Italy | 4 Pound Half-Leg
This is authentic Prosciutto Cotto Alta Qualità, sourced from premium whole pork legs in Northern Italy. We provide this as a 4 pound half-leg cut, vacuum-sealed on the day of your order to preserve the natural moisture and delicate herb profile required for professional charcuterie service.
Product Details
- Origin: Emilia-Romagna / Lombardy, Italy
- Weight: 4 Pounds (Approx. 1.8 kg)
- Classification: Alta Qualità (Highest Italian Quality Grade)
- Seasoning: Infused with black pepper, bay leaf, and juniper
- Preparation: Slow-steamed to maintain protein density
- Texture: Velvety, moist, and tender muscle structure
Authentic Steamed Preparation
Unlike commercial hams that use pressed meat pieces, our Prosciutto Cotto maintains the natural muscle integrity of the pork leg. It is de-boned and slow-steamed at low temperatures. This method ensures a superior solid-to-liquid ratio, preventing the meat from becoming watery when sliced. The result is a consistent, pale pink color and a clean, non-smoky flavor profile.
Culinary Applications
- Pizza Regina: Exceptional adhesion to mozzarella and dough when baked
- Panini: Layers easily due to the fine, velvety texture
- Charcuterie: Pairs with mild cheeses like Provolone Dolce or Taleggio
- Traditional Cooking: Essential for Tortellini filling or saltimbocca variations
Cut and Prepared Fresh Daily
To ensure Position 0 quality, we never ship pre-cut inventory. Your 4 lb. section is pulled from a whole leg and vacuum-sealed the same day it leaves our facility. This preserves the viscosity of the natural fats and prevents the edges from oxidizing during transit.
Prosciutto Cotto FAQ
A Italian law defines "Alta Qualità" as ham made only from the three main muscles of the pork leg. It must have a lower moisture content and no added starches or soy proteins, resulting in a purer meat texture.
A Keep vacuum-sealed until ready to use. Once opened, wrap tightly in parchment paper and then plastic wrap. Store in the coldest part of your refrigerator and consume within 7 days.
A Yes. Our imported Prosciutto Cotto is naturally gluten-free and dairy-free, containing only pork, sea salt, and traditional Mediterranean aromatics.
Francesco’s Tip: For the best texture, do not serve this ham cold directly from the refrigerator. Let your slices rest at room temperature for 5 minutes before serving. This allows the subtle fats to soften, achieving the traditional melt-in-your-mouth feel of a Roman salumeria.