At Eataly, we love paper-thin slices of prosciutto crudo, especially when it's Prosciutto di Modena DOP! This special kind of prosciutto can only only be made in the hills and valleys around the basin of the Panaro River where the warm, humid summers and colder winters are the ideal climate for making this cured meat. While we love it's slightly sweet, delicately salty flavor all on its own, here are five other ways for you to enjoy Prosciutto di Modena DOP:
1. AS PROSCIUTTO E MELONE (AND OTHER FRUITS)
This delectable, simple, and unbeatable snack is a staple in Italy in the summer. Prosciutto e melone dates back over a century, but it's still just as delicious as it was back then. The salty-sweet combination of Prosciutto di Modena DOP and juicy cantaloupe is utterly delicious. Looking for another idea outside of summer? Try wrapping Prosciutto di Modena DOP around slices of figs, peaches, or pears and find a new favorite combination!
2. IN A PANINI OR PIADINA
Looking to pack up your Prosciutto di Modena DOP for a picnic? Try adding it to your panini or piadina! Panini are more widely known — these "small bread" sandwiches are served on bread rolls. While in the US they're usually grilled, in Italy a panino isn't necessarily toasted. Piadina, on the other hand, is a sandwich made on a round flatbread originally from the Romagna side of Emilia-Romagna. These sandwiches are cooked on a hot griddle, then folded and filled with salumi, cheese, and more. One classic combination for either a panino or piadina is prosciutto, mozzarella, e rucola. Creamy mozzarella is the perfect accompaniment to our decadent Prosciutto di Modena DOP, and arugula will add some crunch and a peppery kick.
3. AS APERITIVO SKEWERS
Prosciutto di Modena DOP is a go-to for any aperitivo. Go one step further beyond simply serving your salumi e formaggi on a board, and assemble them into perfect little bites! We love layering ciliegine mozzarella, tomatoes, basil, and bites of Prosciutto di Modena onto a skewer and drizzling them with a little extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar.
4. IN PASTA, PIZZA, & RISOTTO
Don't be afraid to enjoy Prosciutto di Modena DOP outside of aperitivo! Adding this prosciutto crudo will add a perfect salty bite to any dish, as well as an extra depth of flavor. Try stirring bite-sized pieces into a pasta or risotto for extra richness, or layer it onto homemade pizzas right out of the oven for a decadent touch.
5. AS CRISPY GARNISH
We're all about texture here at Eataly! One of our favorite ways to add texture to a dish is by finishing it off with something crunchy. We love to bake or pan-fry Prosciutto di Modena DOP until it's shatteringly crisp, then crumble it over salads, pasta, or even popcorn for a salty, crunchy bite. For an elevated idea, try wrapping par-cooked vegetables in Prosciutto di Modena DOP and then bake them for a luxurious veggie side.
Excited by all of these ideas on how to enjoy Prosciutto di Modena DOP? Stop by our salumi counter or order local delivery to enjoy this decadent treat!
