Question: what is the difference between hard salami and cotto salami?
Answer: Genoa salami is uncooked and softer than the hard salami. ... This salami has its origin in Italy and is named after the city Genoa. Cotto salami, cooked in black peppercorns and minced garlic, originates from Italy. As it is cooked, it is softer than the above-mentioned salamis and is also more prone to spoilage.