Salami Milano is an icon of the culinary essence of the Lombardy region, Northern Italy, representing elegance and the standard in the long-standing art of charcuterie. Salami Milano possesses a noble style – sweet, refined, and extremely smooth. It is the most popular salami in the world thanks to its absolute balance, creating a sophisticated culinary experience suitable for all palates.
Sophisticated & Standard Processing
The main ingredients are high-quality selected pork, blended with salt, white pepper, and a touch of garlic according to the traditional recipe of the Milan region.
The most characteristic feature of Salami Milano lies in the grana fine (fine grind) technique. Lean pork and fat are ground down to the size of rice grains, creating a uniform mixture as smooth as a sophisticated mosaic.
Salami Milano is slow-aged for about 70 days in a strictly controlled environment. This natural fermentation process allows the flavors to blend deeply and develop the characteristic sweetness of the meat. The finished product has a vibrant pink cross-section, punctuated by thousands of tiny white fat grains evenly distributed across the surface, creating a luxurious and attractive appearance.
Flavor & Texture
Salami Milano has a delicate flavor – it is the delicate sweetness of fermented meat, the mild aroma of white pepper, and a slowly melting rich aftertaste. Unlike other types of salami, it is completely non-spicy and has no smoky scent, fully preserving the purity of the ingredients. The product’s texture is extremely fine and soft. Thanks to the fine-grinding technique and standard aging process, the salami slices have good cohesion when thinly sliced, do not crumble, and provide a smooth sensation when enjoyed.
How to Enjoy Salami Milano
- As an appetizer: An indispensable component of a traditional Antipasto platter, served with soft cheese (such as Mozzarella, Ricotta) or mild hard cheese, along with olives and nuts.
- In sandwiches: Combine with mozzarella cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, or roasted peppers.
- With wine: Pairs well with Dry White Wines or light red wines from Northern Italy such as Barbera or Dolcetto to honor the mild sweetness of the meat.
Storage Instructions
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Store at 0°C – 4°C.
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After opening, wrap in wax paper and place in an airtight container.
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Best enjoyed within a few days after slicing.
NUTRITION INFORMATION – SALAMI MILANO
| 100G | |
|---|---|
| ENERGY VALUE | 1591 kJ |
| ENERGY VALUE | 383 kCal |
| TOTAL FAT | 31.0 g |
| SATURATED FAT | 11.0 g |
| CARBOHIDRAT | 1.1 g |
| SUGARS | 1.1 g |
| PROTEIN | 25.0 g |
| SALT | 3.9 g |
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