Uncured Sopressata Salami: Pork

Sopressata salami is a type of dry-cured sausage, traditionally made from pork. It is seasoned with spices, fermented, and then air-dried. The term "uncured" on US labels means that natural sources of nitrites, such as celery powder, are used for preservation instead of synthetic sodium nitrite.

Sopressata salami is a finished food product, commonly enjoyed as a snack, in sandwiches, or as part of an antipasto or charcuterie platter. Its rich flavor and firm texture make it a popular addition to various meals and appetizers.

Sopressata salami is a processed meat product. The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) classifies processed meat as carcinogenic to humans (Group 1), based on sufficient evidence that consuming processed meat causes colorectal cancer. The "uncured" label indicates that natural sources of nitrites, such as celery powder, are used for preservation, rather than synthetic sodium nitrite; both natural and synthetic nitrites function similarly in cured meats. Salami is also typically high in sodium and saturated fat. The Dietary Guidelines for Americans (2025-2030) recommend limiting saturated fat to less than 10% of daily calories, and the FDA Daily Value for sodium is 2,300 mg.