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Crispy Prosciutto Hack – Without An Oven!

June 13, 2020 By Lee-Ann 2 Comments

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This is my secret to getting Crispy Prosciutto, a fast and easy hack for getting super crispy prosciutto in a flash, without even switching on the oven!

Today I am letting you in on my super quick and easy hack to make crispy prosciutto in no time flat, and without even needing to switch the oven on. This little trick of mine will give you prosciutto so crispy you could even call them prosciutto chips!slices of crisp prosciutto on a white bowl

Prosciutto is high on my list of favourite foods, I always have some at home…I don’t need much of an excuse to use it. 

How to make crispy prosciutto

You need 3 things

  • thinly sliced prosciutto
  • paper towels
  • microwave

Yup, that’s it!

  1. Place a slice of prosciutto in between two sheets of paper towel.
  2. Microwave for 30 seconds on full power, then remove from the microwave immediately.images showing process of cooking recipe
  3. Remove paper towel straight away.
  4. The prosciutto will continue to crisp on standing.photos showing process of making recipe

My top tips for this recipe

  • You can even use frozen slices of prosciutto for this method of cooking, I do it all the time (see my next point).
  • Prosciutto can be expensive, so I buy it when it’s at a special sale price then freeze it flat with pieces of baking paper in between and wrapped in plastic wrap. This means I always have a stash in the freezer.
  • This cooking method can bring out the saltiness (in a good way!) in the prosciutto, so I would bear that in mind when you decide what dish you are going to use it in and how much salt you include.

Great ways to use these crunchy crispy slices

  • break into shards and add to your next grazing platter (I usually have uncooked prosciutto on my grazing boards, but I also like to add some of the crispy stuff too – I bet it will be the first thing to go!).
  • crumble over a pasta dish
  • crumble over your next potato or pasta salad
  • just eat like low-carb keto meat chips, sooooo gooood!!!!!

What is prosciutto

Prosciutto is Italian ham that has been dry-cured, then is usually thinly sliced.

More of my prosciutto recipes

Prosciutto Grilled Cheese Sandwich –  this is no ordinary grilled cheese! Caprese flavours with fresh tomatoes, basil pesto, lots of fresh mozzarella cheese all wrapped in prosciutto then grilled until crisp!

Pesto & Prosciutto Lamb Chops – maximum flavour for minimal effort. Tender juicy lamb cutlets coated in basil pesto then wrapped in prosciutto.

slices of crisp prosciutto on a white bowl
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Crispy Prosciutto Hack - Without An Oven!

Crispy Prosciutto - my fast and easy hack for getting super crispy prosciutto in a flash, without even switching on the oven!
Course Main Course, Appetizer/Dip/Party Food
Cuisine Modern Australian
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings 4 slices
Calories 40kcal
Author Lee-Ann Grace | Chef Not Required

Equipment

  • microwave oven
  • 8 sheets of paper towel

Ingredients

  • 4 thin slices of prosciutto

Instructions

  • Lay a slice of prosciutto flat between two pieces of paper towel.
  • Place flat in the microwave, and microwave on full power for 30 seconds, then remove immediately and remove paper towel (the paper towel will be damp).
  • The prosciutto will be quite crisp when removed from the microwave, but will continue to crisp on standing.

Notes

  • The prosciutto will pop and crackle a bit in the microwave, this is normal. Plus when you open the microwave door, it will be full of steam - again, this is normal.
  • You can even use frozen slices of prosciutto for this method of cooking, I do it all the time (see my next point).
  • Prosciutto can be expensive, so I buy it when it's at a special sale price then freeze it flat with pieces of baking paper in between and wrapped in plastic wrap. This means I always have a stash in the freezer.
  • This cooking method can bring out the saltiness (in a good way!) in the prosciutto, so I would bear that in mind when you decide what dish you are going to use it in and how much salt you include.
*Please note that the amount of calories per serve is provided as a guide only, as ingredients and cooking methods can vary greatly*

Nutrition

Calories: 40kcal
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  1. Luisa Bellissimo says

    August 21, 2020 at 12:46 pm

    Wow. I have to try this! My mouth is watering already!
    We all love our prosciutto!

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    • Lee-Ann says

      August 21, 2020 at 12:48 pm

      Hi Luisa, prosciutto is a staple in our house!

      Reply

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