Kroger — ITALIAN MOUNTAIN SPECK LIGHTLY SMOKED DRY-CURED HAM
* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Macronutrients
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| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0 MG | 0% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Iron, Fe | 1.3 MG | 7% | |
| Sodium, Na | 1,464 MG | 64% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Excellent source of protein with 35.7g per 100g, great for muscle building and recovery.
- Rich source of Sodium, Na (64% of Daily Value per 100g).
About ITALIAN MOUNTAIN SPECK LIGHTLY SMOKED DRY-CURED HAM
Hemisfares Italian Mountain Speck Lightly Smoked Dry-Cured Ham is a premium specialty charcuterie product sold under The Kroger Co.'s Hemisfares internationally-inspired brand. Speck is a traditional cured meat originating from South Tyrol in northeastern Italy (Alto Adige), where it is produced under protected geographical indications. Unlike prosciutto, which is air-cured without smoke, authentic speck undergoes a unique combination of dry-curing with spices and cold-smoking with aromatic wood, then mountain air-aging — resulting in a leaner, slightly firmer texture with a distinctive smoky, spiced character. The ingredient list confirms this process: pork, salt, spices, paprika, dextrose, natural flavors, and sodium nitrite as the curing agent.
The formulation is admirably short for a cured meat product. Sodium nitrite serves as both a preservative against Clostridium botulinum and as a color-fixing agent that produces the characteristic pink hue of cured meats. Paprika contributes both color and a mild sweet-peppery flavor. Dextrose provides the controlled fermentation substrate for curing cultures. At 357 calories per 100 g, with 35.7 g protein and 25 g fat, speck is a nutrient-dense high-protein charcuterie choice with no carbohydrates. Dairy, wheat, soy, and eggs are all absent. No artificial flavors or PHOs are present. Hemisfares Speck pairs elegantly with melon, figs, cornichons, aged cheeses, and crusty Alpine-style bread.
Ingredients
PORK, SALT, SPICES, PAPRIKA, DEXTROSE, NATURAL FLAVORS, SODIUM NITRITE.
Dietary Information
ITALIAN MOUNTAIN SPECK LIGHTLY SMOKED DRY-CURED HAM is considered low-carb and keto-friendly, high-protein, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in ITALIAN MOUNTAIN SPECK LIGHTLY SMOKED DRY-CURED HAM include Sodium, Na (64% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 357 calories per 100 grams, ITALIAN MOUNTAIN SPECK LIGHTLY SMOKED DRY-CURED HAM gets 40% of its calories from protein, 0% from carbohydrates, and 63% from fat. This is energy-dense, similar to nuts, oils, and concentrated foods.
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