Similar to collagen casings, the collagen wrap sheet is man-made from naturally occurring collagen, removed, extracted and refined from cow hides. They are typically used for encasing whole muscle charcuterie products that require curing such as, capocollo/capicola, pancetta or prosciutto. The sheet can be applied dry or wet and helps to lock in the flavour once the muscle has been coated with salt and your desired spice mix. Moisture from the muscle is released through the sheet which acts as a barrier protecting direct air contact.
Collagen wrap sheets are used for encasing whole muscle charcuterie products that require curing such as, capocollo/capicola, pancetta or prosciutto.
The sheet can be applied dry or wet.
Soak for a few seconds in wine to further enhance the proteins flavour.
Acts a barrier by protecting the protein from direct air contact whilst still allowing the muscle to release its moisture from within.