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By Peter Gordon
Published 2005
Pancetta and panceta are respectively the Italian and Spanish terms for cured pork belly, much like bacon – and the Spanish version is usually also rubbed with pimenton (smoked paprika) before it is cured. Both styles are much firmer than bacon and will go very crisp when cooked. If you can, buy a slab of it and slice it yourself; however, if you’re not too keen on the idea, then get your deli to do it for you.
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