Specifically talking about the fermentation stage, which is decreasing the pH level in the salami, which produces a more acidic environment. Hey there, fellows cured meat enthusiasts! I want to talk about one of the crucial aspects of salami fermentation that gives it that irresistible tang and distinct flavor. Yes, I’m referring to the creation of an acidic environment during …
Cured Meat vs Uncured Meat
Recently, I delved deeper into the realm of cured and uncured meats, and to my surprise, I discovered that the distinction between the two isn’t solely about the curing process itself. Rather, it lies in the packaging legislative aspects that govern the use of certain additives. Let’s explore this intriguing aspect further. What is the difference between uncured and cured …
Can you Cure Meat with Just Smoke?
Curing and Smoking is often seen as a similar or the same process and are often related or depending on the recipe. However, the question is – is smoking meat a type of curing? Let’s get into this in detail! I have cured all different types of meat whether it’s red meat or different types of fish. For some things …
Does Grinding Meat Save Money?
Having the right tool to mince and grind your meat could potentially save some money. I wanted to share how I do it and what I’ve learned over the years. When I got my first grinder, it was about portioning bulk meat (farmed and wild), whilst also making small goods like sausages. After a few decades, I’ve found through experiences …
Interesting & Unique Salami to Buy in America
I have seen and tried many salami styles from Italy and Spain which are reproduced in America and across the world – common variations such as Picante, Feline, Pepperoni, Genoa and Italian styles of dry cured meats. They are good, no doubt about it, and some are great, however, they are still mimicking mainland Europe. For thousands of years they …
Easiest Ways to Preserve Meat
The easiest ways to preserve meat are using the simplest methods and procedures, this is where I will focus this article. There are many ways you can preserve meat (like canning, dry curing, etc.), however, the easiest ways tend to need the least effort and resources. I’ve often got excess farmed or wild meat, so I’ve explored all the ways …
Equipment for Making Sausages at Home
The various equipment you can use to make sausages can be incredibly simple or mechanized so that you can easily process many pounds or kilograms of meat depending on what you are trying to achieve. I’ll try and guide you through the many different setups I’ve used over the years. I’ve been making sausages for a few decades at home …
Are Sausages Made of Pork?
Sausages can be made of many different meats including pork and are available all over the world, I have made various types myself and I’ve eaten them, too. These varieties of sausages across the world – made of other meat and spices – have changed the image and many aspects of the humble sausage. One may think sausages are always …
Best Thin & Finest Meats for a Charcuterie Board
Choosing the finest dry-cured charcuterie meat – in the Western world there are many options available. I have a deep appreciation for the traditionally made long-term production of these dry-cured meats since I also make them myself. Of course, there is a huge variation in what is available. I want to be as useful as possible and help you select …
What Charcuterie Meats are Pork?
Charcuterie meat comes in many different varieties, it’s a broad category and has various interpretations. Generally speaking charcuterie meats are the dry cured type of meats like prosciutto, however there are other types and pork is one of the meats that is used. For most of the Italian and French styles of charcuterie, pork is a very important meat in …