Simonini Guanciale with Black Pepper – Guanciale al Pepe

A cornerstone of Roman cooking, rich, aromatic, and unapologetically indulgent

Simonini Guanciale al Pepe is a true essential of authentic Italian cuisine. Made from pork cheek and cured slowly with salt and cracked black pepper, this traditional salume is prized for its high fat content, deep savoury flavour, and silky texture once rendered. It is not a substitute ingredient. It is the ingredient.

Unlike pancetta, guanciale is intentionally fatty. That creamy fat is what gives Roman pasta dishes their signature gloss, richness, and depth. When gently heated, it melts slowly and evenly, releasing a sweet, pork-forward aroma that forms the foundation of some of Italy’s most iconic recipes. The black pepper adds warmth and fragrance, enhancing the flavour without masking the character of the meat.

Produced by Simonini, this guanciale reflects generations of Italian charcuterie expertise. The curing process follows time-honoured methods that respect simplicity, quality raw material, and patience. The result is an authentic Italian product that delivers bold Mediterranean flavour with no need for embellishment.

Essential for carbonara, amatriciana, and gricia, this guanciale performs exactly as Roman cooks expect. Dice it and render gently to release the fat, crisp the edges, and build sauces that coat pasta naturally. It can also be sliced thinly for antipasti, paired with pecorino, rustic bread, and a good glass of red wine.

This is guanciale as it should be. Rich, fatty, fragrant, and deeply traditional.

Guanciale with black pepper.

Ingredients

Pork jowl, salt, pepper (2%), spices, aromas, antioxidant: E301, preservatives: E250, E252.

Allergens

ALLERGENS: NONE
(Produced in a factory that also uses PISTACHIOS)

Key Info

• Product size/weight: Variable weight approx. 0.55 kg (1.21 lb)

• Country of origin: Italy

• Storage instructions: Keep refrigerated. Once opened, wrap well and consume within a few days

• Brand: Simonini

• Barcode: 2055019005568

Nutritional Info (per 100g)

About Simonini

Founded in 1927, Simonini is a respected Italian salumi producer known for its dedication to traditional curing methods and high-quality pork. With a focus on authenticity, simplicity, and flavour, Simonini’s cured meats reflect the heart of Italian charcuterie and the culinary traditions that have shaped it for generations.