Pancetta

Pancetta is an Italian cured pork belly and a classic product of Italian charcuterie. It is prepared by salting, seasoning and air-drying, without smoking, which distinguishes it from bacon. It has a delicate, salty and lightly spiced flavour with a rich fatty texture. In Italian cuisine it is indispensable, used in carbonara and amatriciana sauces, soups, risotto, or diced and fried as a base for various dishes. It is sold whole, sliced or cubed. High-quality pancetta traditionally comes from regions such as Emilia-Romagna.