'Nduja is a spicy, spreadable salami originating from Italy’s Calabria region, renowned for its bold heat and silky texture. Crafted from pork, pork fat, and generous Calabrian chili peppers, this cured sausage offers a rich, savory flavor balanced by a fiery kick. Traditionally born from resourceful farmers utilizing every part of the pig, ’nduja delivers a unique umami depth. Perfect when spread on warm bread or integrated into pasta sauces and risottos, it elevates dishes with its intense, complex character. A small amount goes a long way in adding vibrant spice and richness to your culinary creations.
Weight: 8 ounces
How it tastes:
- It has a rich, porky flavor with a significant kick from the chili peppers.
- The high fat content makes it luscious, silken, and incredibly spreadable.
How it's used:
- Spread on bread:
It's delicious on warm bread or focaccia, sometimes served in a warm ramekin.
- In dishes:
It can be incorporated into pasta sauces, risotto, and used to add flavor to burgers or crostini.
- Versatile:
Its potent flavor means even a small amount can add a lot of taste to a dish.
Origin of the name:
- The name 'nduja might be a relative of the French andouille or a similar Spanish sausage called sobrasada, though its exact etymology is debated.
- It likely arose from the necessity of utilizing the entire pig, with the less desirable cuts being transformed into this prized, flavorful spread.
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