what is 'prosciutto'?
âProsciutto is the Italian word for ham. In the United States, the word prosciutto is used to describe an uncooked, dry cured ham, which is called prosciutto crudo in Italian. This article will explore dry cured prosciutto. Prosciutto is a fatty cut of meat that, when sliced thinly, has a buttery texture and will melt in the mouth.