- Glossary
- Špek - traditional Central European pork fatback
Špek - traditional Central European pork fatback
Špek is the traditional Central European name for fatback, a firm fat layer from pork belly, salted, smoked, or dried. Used to flavor dishes, render into lard, wrap meat, or as an ingredient in dumplings and sauerkraut. Smoked špek adds distinctive depth to dishes.
- Špek is the traditional name for fatback from pork belly.
- Can be salted, smoked, or dried depending on preparation.
- Used to flavor dishes, render lard, and wrap meat.
- An important component of Central European culinary tradition.
Nutritional values (100 g of product contains)
Energy
393 kcal
20 %
Proteins
14 g
27 %
Fats
37 g
53 %
Carbohydrates
350 mg
< 1 %
Fiber
0 g
0 %
Salt
2 g
31 %
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