Lardo Terra di Siena

Italian- Style Cured Pork Fatback seasoned with herbs.

Experience the rich, authentic flavor of Lardo Terre di Siena, a traditional Italian-style cured pork fatback crafted using time-honored methods. Made by Italian artisans in the USA, this delicacy is seasoned with rosemary, garlic and aromatic spices, then carefully cured to achieve its signature silky texture and deep, savory taste.

Inspired by the famous Lardo di Colonnata from Tuscany, one of Italy’s oldest culinary traditions dating back to Roman times, this lardo brings a true taste of Italian heritage to your table. Known for its melt-in-your-mouth quality, lardo is prized for adding richness and depth to a wide variety of dishes.

Perfect for gourmet cooking, thinly sliced lardo can be served on warm crostini, paired with cheese and fresh fruit on a charcuterie board, or used to enhance recipes. Melt it into potatoes for a rich, unctuous flavor, or sauté it with vegetables like spinach for a buttery finish.

Origin: Product of the USA handcrafted by an artisan Italian producer .

Product size : Aprox 2 lb piece- hand cut.

Ingredients

Pork, sea salt, garlic, spices.

How to store

keep refrigerated. Consume within a few days of opening or freeze. For best before date see back label.

Frequently Asked Questions

1.What is Lardo?

Lardo is an Italian cured meat made from pork fatback, seasoned with herbs like rosemary and spices, then aged to develop a rich, delicate flavor and silky texture.

2. Is this authentic Italian lardo?

This lardo is made in the USA by Italian producers, following traditional Tuscan methods inspired by Lardo di Colonnata.

3. How do you eat lardo?

Lardo is best enjoyed thinly sliced. Serve it on warm crostini, pair it with cheese and fruit on a charcuterie board, or let it melt over hot dishes.

4.Does lardo need to be cooked?

No, lardo is cured and ready to eat. However, it can also be used in cooking to add rich flavor to dishes.

5. What dishes can I use lardo in?

Lardo is perfect for enhancing roasted potatoes, sautéed vegetables, pasta dishes, or even seafood recipes. It adds a deep, savory richness.

6.How should I store lardo?

Keep refrigerated and tightly wrapped. For best quality, consume within a few days after opening.

7. Can lardo be frozen?

Yes, lardo can be frozen to extend shelf life. Slice it before freezing for easier use.

8. What does lardo taste like?

Lardo has a mild, buttery flavor with aromatic notes from herbs and spices, and a melt-in-your-mouth texture.