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Guanciale

Cultural Context

Guanciale, originating from the Lazio region of Italy, is a traditional cured meat made from pork cheek. It is a key ingredient in classic Roman dishes like Pasta alla Gricia and Carbonara, celebrated for its rich flavor and melt-in-your-mouth texture. While it remains a staple in Italian cuisine, guanciale has gained popularity worldwide, inspiring chefs to incorporate it into various modern recipes, often as a luxurious alternative to bacon.

ItalianITother
10080 min
medium
Servings4
Guanciale 1.5 kg
Sale Marino 2 kg
Pepe Nero in grani
Aglio 2 spicchi
Ginepro 10 bacche
Alloro 4 foglie
Vino 500 ml
Pepe Nero in polvere
Peperoncino in polvere
1

Select high-quality pork cheek.

2

Trim excess fat from the pork cheek if necessary.

3

Mix salt with black pepper, thyme, bay leaves, nutmeg, and garlic to create the curing mixture.

4

Rub the curing mixture evenly over the pork cheek.

5

Place the pork cheek in a container, ensuring it is well coated with the cure.

6

Refrigerate the pork cheek for 3-4 weeks, turning it occasionally.

7

After curing, rinse off excess salt and spices under cold water.

8

Pat the pork cheek dry with paper towels.

9

Hang the pork cheek in a cool, dry place to air-dry for 3-4 weeks until firm.

10

Once dried, slice thinly and use in dishes like pasta or as a charcuterie item.

Cooking Techniques

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Also Known As

Cured Pork CheekPork Jowl
Local Name: Guanciale

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