Spizzico

Spizzico

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Spizzico is a cheese typical of the Italian cheesemaking tradition, and it’s one of those products that is envied all over the world.
Smoked spizzico is great on its own because one piece leads to another, but it’s also delicious when grilled or used in gratin dishes.

You can try Latteria Sorrentina’s spizzico on pizza instead of mozzarella, paired with cold cuts, sausage, or porcini mushrooms: the creativity of each pizzaiolo can lead to truly special flavors.

Spizzico is a cheese that pairs well with both bold-flavored foods and delicate ones, so how can you do without it in your restaurant or pizzeria?

Use Latteria Sorrentina’s spizzico to create special dishes that will tempt even the most discerning customers.

cod. 020626

250gr

500gr

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The main processing stages of smoked spizzico can be summarized in the following steps:

– The curd is heated to about 42°C by adding hot water.
– After cooking, the curd is placed on a table and cut into strips by hand.
– It is left to rest until the following day at a temperature of about 27°C.
– The dough is cut into diamonds and worked manually or in stretching machines with the addition of water at a temperature of about 85°C.
– The resulting dough is worked by hand or mechanically until it takes on an oval shape.
– Next, the firming phase takes place in running water.
– The product is then immersed in brine for the salting phase.
– Finally, the smoking process takes place: the product is hung inside smokers for about 15 minutes at 40-50°C.

What are you waiting for to savor the true taste of fresh Italian scamorza? Order smoked spizzico now, ideal for typical Italian dishes and genuine, high-class restaurant fare!

cod. 020626

250gr

500gr

Pasteurized cow’s milk, salt, rennet, and lactic ferments

  • To be eaten on its own
  • High-quality ingredients
  • Controlled supply chain
  • A family tradition
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  • To be eaten on its own
  • High-quality ingredients
  • Controlled supply chain
  • A family tradition

The questions most often asked

What is spizzico cheese?

Spizzico is a hard cheese and can be considered a versatile and practical variant of smoked scamorza.

What dishes can I make with smoked spizzico?

Smoked spizzico is a flavorful cheese, very versatile in the kitchen. You can cook many delicious dishes, such as: smoked spizzico and bacon skewers, Mediterranean-style spizzico parcels, zucchini and smoked spizzico risotto, eggplant meatballs with smoked spizzico cubes. We also recommend it on pizzas, as a substitute for classic smoked scamorza/provola.

How is smoked spizzico processed?

The curd is brought to a temperature of 42°C and then left to rest at around 27°C. The resulting cheese is worked by hand and placed in brine for the salting phase. The smoking is done using damp straw, which gives this cheese its excellent flavor, making it perfect for many dishes, both first and second courses. We also recommend it on pizzas as a substitute for classic smoked provola/scamorza.

Why buy products from Latteria Sorrentina?

The processing of spizzico, produced by Latteria Sorrentina, is exclusively done with 100% Italian milk. The production strictly follows the Campanian tradition to ensure a product of absolute quality.