Dry curing Pancetta

[castiron9]

Ok been dry curing for a short period , still learning hoping the experts can help, my second go around at pancetta. My first batch came out fantastic, I did have a slight white mold growth. Cleaned up with red wine and it was still very good . On my second batch again and it’s back again . Just wondering if someone has advice or suggestions. I do not roll my pancetta. Running my chamber at 55-57 degrees, humidity 70-73.

 

[pc farmer]

That temp and humidity your going to have white mold grow. White mold is good, it keeps bad mold away. Did you use mold 600?

 

[castiron9]

That temp and humidity your going to have white mold grow. White mold is good, it keeps bad mold away. Did you use mold 600?

Thank you yes I have read that white mold is good. But no did not use 600 , I don’t roll my pancetta just leave it in slab style. It’s not black mold , so I just clean it off with red wine when it gets a little heavy . I tried tuning in my chamber a little but I’m still getting it . I’m thinking that maybe my humidity is to high ? Just trying to get some suggestions. Appreciate you replying.

 

[pc farmer]

I run 50 degrees and 75% humidity. Any white mold is good mold.

 

[castiron9]

I run 50 degrees and 75% humidity. Any white mold is good mold.

Ok I’ll keep an eye on

 

[castiron9]

Ok Thanks I’ll keep an eye on it , and just wash down with red wine until I make some adjustments. Maybe I’ll hear more suggestions. Thank you

 

[pc farmer]

Ok. But I wouldnt wash it down.

 

[castiron9]

Ok. But I wouldnt wash it down.

So just leave it , till it reaches weight loss? Then clean it

 

[pc farmer]

I would but lets see what others say.

 

[SmokinEdge]

Some like the white mold, some are zero mold. If the mold is white it’s just a form of penicillin, which kills other less desirable bacteria, or molds. It’s truly your friend in this process. However the white mold is not necessary to produce a finished product. Same goes for cheese makers. Most prefer and like the mold. It is helpful.

 

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