Salami is one of the simplest and most exuberant forms of meat processing. It's an alchemy that transforms a piece of raw meat into an extremely tasty and durable product. Creating a quality product by exposing a piece of meat to time, without any type of cooking, is something fascinating! Continue reading Salame artesanal
Pepperoni salami has a strong seasoning and is widely consumed, especially in the USA, due to its extensive use in the production of pizzas. Its original name is peperone (in free translation it means large pepper) and it dates back to Roman times. The original version is drier, hotter and more spicy than the contemporary commercial version. I applied a recipe here that is more focused on the original version. Continue reading Receita de pepperoni caseiro
Be careful when changing the proportions as the skin and fat from the drumstick will add moisture and flavor to the sausage. If you add too much chicken breast, the sausage will be dry, with little flavor and brittle when eaten. In terms of sausage, it is a light recipe because for this suggested proportion it is unnecessary to add more fat. But, if you prefer, add 10% of the weight of the meat in pork subcutaneous fat, chopped into 1 cm cubes. Continue reading Receita de linguiça de frango
Unintentional mold – which was not added on purpose – in salami and other sausages in general is a negative sign, as its proliferation is very rapid and the vast majority of species have not been studied and produce some type of mycotoxin.
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There are 4 most common types of casings:
Ingredients
35% chuck/needle – 360 grams
35% of pork – 360 grams
30% pork belly fat (fat without the skin) – 280 grams
It is possible to change the percentages to obtain a product with less fat. But the ideal is to maintain at least 10% of fat.
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Cacciatore It means hunter in Italian and originated from the consumption of this salami during hunting, as it was easy to transport and did not spoil. It is usually 15 to 18 centimeters long and is cured with spices, wine and herbs. It's great to accompany a good cheese and Italian bread. Continue reading Receita de salame italiano cacciatore
Real sausage is an emulsified mixture of meat, fat and seasoning. The basic difference between a sausage and a sausage lies in the proportions of these ingredients and the emulsification techniques, which transform the mixture into a homogeneous and creamy mass, often aerated due to the type of process adopted.
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Preparing sausages is an art and a pleasure, each sausage can be prepared with different seasonings and types of meat, bringing unique flavors to each creation. Use your creativity and use the basic tips to get great results. Continue reading Dicas para fazer linguiças
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