
Guanciale Nazionale - Cured Pork Cheek with Pepper 200g
Guanciale Nazionale - Cured Pork Cheek with Pepper (200g)
The Authentic Roman Cut for Carbonara & Amatriciana
Description:
Experience Italy's most prized cured meat with Guanciale Nazionale, made from premium pork cheeks dry-cured with sea salt, black pepper, and herbs. This 200g slab delivers the perfect balance of silky fat and rich meat – the essential ingredient for authentic Roman pasta dishes.
Why Chefs Prefer Guanciale:
✔ Traditional Roman Cut – More flavorful than pancetta
✔ 90-Day Slow Cure – Intense umami development
✔ Pepper-Crusted – Coarse Tellicherry black pepper crust
✔ DOP-Quality Standards – Though not certified (artisan production)
Tasting Notes:
🐷 Aroma: Deep pork essence with herbal notes
🌶 Flavor: Buttery fat with peppery warmth
🧂 Texture: Firm yet melts when cooked
Essential For:
• Carbonara – The ONLY authentic fat base
• Amatriciana – Renders perfect cooking fat
• Bruschetta – Thinly sliced & grilled
• Beans & Greens – Infuses depth into sides
Storage:
Keep refrigerated. Slice as needed – lasts 4 weeks if wrapped in parchment.
*(200g vacuum-sealed – Skin-on for traditional cooking)*