🥩 What is Grandma's Matured Ham?
This is a naturally matured and dried meat product, prepared using traditional methods. The meat is cured for about 30 days, then covered with a blend of spices and herbs, slowly losing moisture, acquiring firmness and an intense aroma. Thanks to the natural drying process, the ham has a long shelf life and an exceptional, full flavor.
🥗 How many calories does Grandma's Matured Ham have?
In 100 g of the product, there are:
- Calories: about 280 kcal
- Protein: 23 g
- Fats: 18 g
- Carbohydrates: <1 g
🧂 Product ingredients:
- Pork meat (boneless ham)
- Salt, garlic, natural pepper, juniper, herbal pepper
- Sugar, preservative - sodium nitrite (curing salt)
⚠️ May contain traces of mustard.
🌿 Health benefits of matured ham:
- Rich in protein and healthy fats – excellent for active individuals
- The long maturation process improves digestion and nutrient absorption
- Natural spices, such as garlic and pepper, support the immune system
- No additional processing required – ready to eat immediately after slicing
🔎 Culinary curiosity:
Traditional matured hams, similar to Italian Prosciutto or Spanish Jamón Serrano, are created through a long curing and drying process. In Poland, meat preservation methods using salt and herbs have been used for centuries, and dried hams were part of home pantries and old Polish tables.
❓ Frequently asked questions by customers:
1. Does matured ham contain preservatives?
Yes, it contains curing salt (sodium nitrite), which ensures durability and microbiological safety.
2. How long can matured ham be stored?
Thanks to the drying process, the ham has a long shelf life. Once opened, it's best stored in the refrigerator for up to 14 days.
3. What is the best way to serve matured ham?
Matured ham pairs excellently with blue cheeses, olives, wine, crusty bread, and fresh vegetables.
4. Can matured ham be heated?
Yes, but it tastes best cold, preserving its intense aroma and structure. It can also be lightly fried on a dry pan as an addition to scrambled eggs or pasta.
🍽️ Recipe for Snack Board with Matured Ham
Preparation time: 10 min
Difficulty level: Easy
🛒 Ingredients:
- 150 g Grandma's Matured Ham
- 100 g blue cheese (e.g., gorgonzola, camembert)
- 50 g walnuts
- 1 handful of dried figs or dates
- 1 handful of olives
- Crusty baguette
- 1 teaspoon of honey
- Sprig of rosemary for decoration
👨🍳 Preparation method:
- Slice the ham into thin slices and place on a serving board.
- Add sliced blue cheese, nuts, and dried fruits.
- Add olives and crusty baguette, drizzle everything lightly with honey.
- Decorate with rosemary and serve with a glass of red wine.
🔹 Tip: Such a board works perfectly as an elegant appetizer for a gathering with friends!
🛍️ Summary:
Grandma's Matured Ham is a product for true gourmets who appreciate traditional, natural maturation methods and an intense, aromatic taste. Thanks to the long curing and drying, the meat acquires depth, firm structure, and exceptional durability, making it perfect for everyday consumption as well as elegant occasions.
Order now and taste the authentic matured ham like in the old days! 🥩✨