These BBQ skewers with Parma Ham or Parma di Prosciutto are perfect for cooking on a BBQ or a griddle pan. They’re quick to prepare and equally easy to cook.

You might not think of using Parma Ham in this way, as you might only associate it with lovely fresh salads, or draped over bruschetta or fresh melon but Parma Ham is great for using in different ways in the kitchen. It’s great for antipasti and bite size dishes but also for use on a grill or griddle and even crisping up in the oven.

What is Parma Ham?

Parma Ham is 100% natural and is made with only 4 ingredients - pork, air, salt and time. High in protein and rich in amino acids this ham get its soft, sweet flavourings from the ageing process. Unlike lots of other red meats, Parma Ham is nitrate free making it a preferable choice for many.

What’s the difference between Parma Ham and Prosciutto?

If you’re looking at the weekly shop and wondering what the difference is between Prosciutto and Prosciutto di Parma, here’s what sets them apart:

• Parma Ham is a product with Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) status, which means Parma Ham can only be made in a specific region and in a particular way.

• More commonly recognised in the UK perhaps with the Ducal Crown PARMA stamp seen on packaging and on legs of ham.

• The name “Parma Ham” or “Prosciutto di Parma” is reserved for hams that bear the Ducal Crown. A leg of ham can only bear this symbol after undergoing a thorough quality check at 12 months, during which an independent inspector inserts a horse bone into 5 different points of the ham, smelling it for uniformity. This is why the crown has 5 points.

Find out more about Parma Ham

This recipe is part of a paid for collaboration with Parma Ham