Njeguska Prsuta
Njeguška Pršuta (NYEH-goosh-kah PR-shoo-tah)
Njeguski Dry-Cured Beef
Air-dried, smoked beef from the mountain village of Njeguši, sliced paper-thin with an intense, concentrated flavor unique to Montenegro's highlands.
Instructions
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Remove prsuta from its wrapping and let it come to room temperature for 10 min.
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Using a very sharp knife, slice paper-thin against the grain.
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Arrange slices on a board, slightly overlapping.
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Serve with olives, bread, and cheese on the side.
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Best enjoyed slowly with conversation and local wine.
Did You Know?
Njeguši village sits at 900m altitude where the specific combination of mountain air and Adriatic breezes creates perfect natural curing conditions found nowhere else.
The Story Behind Njeguska Prsuta
Njeguški prsuta has been produced in the mountain village of Njeguši above the Bay of Kotor for over 300 years. The unique microclimate where cool mountain air meets warm Adriatic winds creates ideal drying conditions. This beef version follows the same traditional curing process as the original.
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