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Prleška tünka

salted pork cuts preserved under melted lard in a wooden tub

Slovenia Charcuterie & cured

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Drawn, not photographed Updated September 2026
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History

In Prlekija pork was salted, smoked and packed under lard in a wooden tünka so it kept through the year without cold storage.

Frequently asked questions

What is Prleška tünka?

Prleška tünka is a charcuterie & cured from Slovenia: salted pork cuts preserved under melted lard in a wooden tub. In Prlekija pork was salted, smoked and packed under lard in a wooden tünka so it kept through the year without cold storage.

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pork

Cooked

cureddried

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