Vacuum Bastonet Fuet, 180 gr

Fuet vacuum basstonet 180 gr

Discover: Vacuum Bastonet Fuet 180 gr

Fuet bastonet de Vic is a specialty of Casa Riera Ordeix that stands out for its authentic flavor and traditional production process. It is made with fine cuts of pork shoulder and belly mixed with sea salt and spices, and stuffed into a natural casing . After a three-week curing process in Vic's wooden drying sheds, it acquires a firm texture and a smooth yet intense flavor, with aromatic notes of pepper and a slightly sweet touch.

Use and Pairings: Fuet bastonet vacuum packed 180 gr

This fuet is versatile and fits in multiple culinary occasions:

• Charcuterie boards : pair with cured cheese, Iberian ham or nuts.
• Snacks and tapas : perfect in crusty bread sandwiches or in sandwiches with tomato.
• Salads and pasta : Add thin slices to leafy greens, pasta, or rice dishes for a traditional twist.
• Gourmet appetizers : pair it with young red wine, craft beer or cider.

Preparation, Maturing and Marketing

The process begins with the selection of pork shoulder and belly, which are chopped and seasoned with salt and pepper. The mixture is stuffed into natural casing and left to dry in wooden drying sheds for three weeks , where Vic's climate and controlled ventilation give the fuet its characteristic aroma and texture. Once cured, it is vacuum-packed in pieces of approximately 180 g to preserve all its freshness and flavor until consumption.

History and Origin

Fuet is one of the most emblematic cured meats of Catalan cuisine. Casa Riera Ordeix, with over 160 years of tradition in Vic, fuses the classic recipe with modern drying control techniques to offer an authentic, high-quality product. The brand, renowned for its salchichones and llonganissa sausages, maintains the artisanal method intact, using natural ingredients and respecting curing times to guarantee a unique flavor.

Characteristics:

• Format: 180 g (vacuum-packed piece).
• Ingredients: pork meat and belly, salt, dextrose, black pepper, antioxidant (sodium ascorbate), preservative (potassium nitrate), natural casing.
• Origin: Vic, Catalonia (Spain).
• Allergens: gluten and lactose free.
• Storage: Keep in a cool, dry place; once opened, consume within 10 days.
• Intensity/flavor: smooth and intensely aromatic with sweet and spicy nuances.
• Others: 3-week curing in wooden drying sheds; 100% natural product.

Frequently asked questions about Fuet Bastonet Vacuum Packed 180g:

What makes Fuet Bastonet de Vic unique? Its artisanal production using premium meats and a three-week curing process in wooden drying rooms gives it an intense yet balanced flavor.

Does it contain gluten or lactose? No, it's a 100% natural fuet, gluten- and lactose-free.

How to store it after opening? Store the fuet in its sealed container or wrapped in paper in the refrigerator and consume it within 10 days.

What's the best pairing? It's best enjoyed with a young red wine, craft beer, or tomato bread, although it also pairs well with semi-cured cheeses.