Authentic 'Nduja di Spilinga is Calabria's celebrated spreadable cured salame, crafted exclusively from premium pork jowl, belly, and sweet-and-spicy Calabrian sun-dried chili peppers. Naturally cured and lightly beechwood-smoked without artificial preservatives, genuine 'nduja dissolves smoothly under heat, delivering a fiery aromatic warmth that elevates gourmet pizzas, pasta sauces, and modern street food across Switzerland.
Artisanal 'Nduja di Spilinga vs Industrial Chili Pastes
| Feature | Artisanal 'Nduja di Spilinga (LAPA) | Industrial Commercial Chili Paste |
|---|---|---|
| Meat Selection | Pork jowl and belly, coarsely minced | Mechanically separated meat trimmings |
| Chili Origin | 100% Calabrian sun-dried peppers (Monte Poro) | Generic chili powder with paprika oleoresin |
| Heat & Texture | Silky melt under heat, balanced lingering spice | Oily separation, harsh burn, rubbery residue |
How Top Swiss Chefs Use 'Nduja: Pizza, Pasta, and Pairings
In contemporary Swiss gastronomy, 'nduja has become a signature ingredient. On Neapolitan Pizza: add small dollops straight from the oven or 60 seconds before pulling the pizza so the oils emulsify with molten fior di latte and creamy burrata. In Pasta: dissolve a spoonful in warm extra virgin olive oil and garlic as the base for seafood sauces, amatriciana revisions, or tomato ragù. Its smoky heat pairs brilliantly with sweet burrata, honey, and fresh mint.
Refrigerated Wholesale Delivery Across Switzerland
LAPA imports artisanal 'Nduja di Spilinga directly from certified Calabrian producers, available both in traditional whole vacuum-packed casings (approx. 500g) and convenient resealable glass jars (260g). Delivered via our temperature-controlled fleet from Embrach (ZH) to Zurich, Geneva, Basel, Bern, Lausanne, Lucerne, Zug, and Lugano within 1–3 working days.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How should 'nduja be stored once opened in commercial kitchens?
Thanks to its high concentration of natural chili and salt, 'nduja keeps exceptionally well. Keep refrigerated at 2–6°C, cover the cut surface with plastic wrap or top glass jars with extra virgin olive oil. It easily lasts 60 to 90 days after opening.
Is 'nduja gluten-free and lactose-free?
Yes. Authentic traditional 'Nduja di Spilinga contains only pork meat, Calabrian chili, and salt: it is naturally 100% gluten-free, lactose-free, and contains no milk derivatives.
Order Authentic Calabrian 'Nduja at LAPA
Explore our cured meats catalogue or request your wholesale quotation for restaurants: Browse LAPA Salumi Selection or call +41 76 361 70 21.
Last updated: 17 September 2026
