British Dictionary definitions for speck speck. / (spɛk) / noun. a very small mark or spot.
What type of word is speck?
A tiny spot, especially of dirt etc.
What is a tiny speck?
A speck is a very small stain, mark, or shape.
Where does the word speck come from?
South Tyrolean Speck looks back on an ancient tradition The term has its roots in the Middle High German word “spec” and the Ancient High German word “spek” and actually translates into “something thick, fat.”
Do you remove the skin from speck?
(This helps maximize the flavor.) If you prefer a more delicate flavor, remove the rind as it adds a spicy, intense note. The shape of the slices (strips or cubes) depends on the recipe. To enjoy it at its best, slice the speck thin and always against the fiber, which adds good “bite.”30 Nov 2020
Can you eat speck like bacon?
Homemade Dry-Cured Speck
Taste of Artisan
5.0
(7)
Pork leg, juniper berries, rosemary, cure, garlic powder
Link: https://tasteofartisan.com/speck/
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Smoked and Cured Homemade German Bacon (Bauchspeck)
The Spruce Eats
4.3
(29)
2 hrs 30 mins
Pork belly, brown sugar, prague powder
Link: https://www.thespruceeats.com/smoked-and-cured-homemade-german-bacon-1447232
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German Bacon
Hunter Angler Gardener Cook
4.8
(5)
4 hrs 30 mins
Pork belly, brown sugar, german, curing salt, celery seed
Link: https://honest-food.net/german-bacon-recipe/comment-page-1/
Is speck the same as pancetta?
Pancetta is made from the belly of the pork like bacon; but, unlike bacon, pancetta is not smoked. Speck is made from the same cut as prosciutto and is cured like prosciutto but then it is lightly smoked. Speck is a specialty from the Alto Adige region of Italy located at the foot of the Dolomites.
How do you make a speck portion?
Homemade Dry-Cured Speck
Taste of Artisan
5.0
(7)
Pork leg, juniper berries, rosemary, cure, garlic powder
Link: https://tasteofartisan.com/speck/
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Smoked and Cured Homemade German Bacon (Bauchspeck)
The Spruce Eats
4.3
(29)
2 hrs 30 mins
Pork belly, brown sugar, prague powder
Link: https://www.thespruceeats.com/smoked-and-cured-homemade-german-bacon-1447232
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Speck and split pea soup
Taste
4.6
(12)
3 hrs 10 mins
Yellow split peas, smoked speck, olive oil, bread rolls, chopped tomatoes
Link: https://www.taste.com.au/recipes/speck-split-pea-soup/e75ae9a6-0df1-4a1c-93d5-ae94af7212a6
What is Italian speck?
Speck is a type of cured, lightly smoked ham. It's typically made in South Tyrol, a province in northeast Italy known for its snow-capped Dolomite mountains and strong German-Austrian influence. Although a close cousin to prosciutto crudo, speck is worthy of its own distinction when it comes to cured hams.
What does speck slang mean?
: a very small piece or spot. : a very small amount : bit.
What's the difference between prosciutto and speck?
Unlike its prosciutto crudo cousin, speck tends to be browner in color and much denser. It's well-marbled with a highly elastic texture and deep flavor. It has a savory, smoky taste that's laced with spices like juniper and bay leaf. On the nose, it gives off aromas reminiscent of the mountains.
Is bacon a speck?
The bacon produced from belly pork goes under the name of streaky bacon. Speck is also made from pork but, in this case, the leg is used, after being completely boned, opened up and flattened. Following this process, the piece of meat is long and thin in shape, with a slice that is elongated and narrow.21 Mar 2019
How do you eat a speck?
HOW TO SERVE SPECK. Speck is excellent served on its own as a savory snack or antipasto. You could also create a meat and cheese board pairing slices of speck with cheese like Piave DOP, which has light fruit flavors that contrast perfectly to the smokiness of the speck.
Is speck ready to eat?
Like our much-loved prosciutto, speck is made from the hind leg of a pig, though the leg is boned before curing. Since it's a cured meat, it can be sliced thin and eaten raw in an antipasti platter, wrapped around sweet fruits, or layered on sandwiches.12 Sept 2019