Finding The Perfect Biltong to Satisfy Your Taste Buds

In a world of scrumptious biltong, how do you know which biltong is right for you? Whether shaved, sliced or chunked; wet, medium or dry; or even choosing between lean or fat biltong options, you will find something to satisfy every taste bud - at any time of the day. At Protea Foods, we have an exciting range of biltong products, each marinated and dried to perfection. Let’s dive in together and discover the wonderful world of biltong varieties.

Shaved, Sliced, or Chunky: Finding the Perfect Bite

Do you like your biltong thinly shaved? Perhaps, you prefer a delicate slice or chunkier, juicier pieces? With so many different cuts, it all comes down to your own personal choice and taste palette. The cut plays an important role in the realm of biltong - impacting your overall eating experience and how much enjoyment you get out of it.

Shaved Biltong: Literally paper-thin and is ideal for those looking for biltong that’s easier to eat. More delicate than other biltong varieties, it’s great to incorporate with other foods such as cheese platters, crackers, salads or adding Protea foods biltong to your omelette. We also love it because you still get to experience the delicious burst of flavours without it being overly chewy.

Sliced Biltong: Just like sliced ham, salami or cheese, sliced biltong is the most popular choice amongst biltong lovers. Generally, around 2–5mm thick, it strikes the perfect balance between texture, flavour and versatility. It’s very easy to eat and is the perfect introduction for those who have never tried biltong before.

Chunky Biltong: Do you like a big chunk of meat on your plate? If you’re a self-confessed meat lover, you will love the thicker, heartier and juicer biltong chunks. With so many delicious flavours and layer upon layer of absolute meatiness, a chunkier biltong is renowned for holding more of its flavour than other styles of biltong cuts. Its thicker density is also a favourite among those looking for more of that biltong experience.

Of course, your preferred cut will depend on your snacking style. If you’re after a lighter option, then shaved biltong is the way to go. Want something that is versatile to eat but still satisfying? Sliced may be for you. Prefer a more meatier biltong snack? You can’t go wrong with chunky.

Wet vs Dry Biltong

Wet & Moist or Dry

Decisions, decisions.

One of the most important elements when it comes to biltong lies in the different moisture content. Let’s explore some of the unique points of difference.

Wet Biltong: If you prefer a ‘melt in your mouth’ biltong, particularly one that is soft, tender and much easier to chew on, wet biltong is ideal. Wet or moist biltong has a shorter drying time and is known to preserve more of the meat's natural oils and spices due to its higher moisture content, making it a ‘go to’ snack for thousands of biltong lovers.
Dry Biltong: Just like the name suggests, dry biltong is firmer in texture, making it a more satisfying snack with every bite. It’s dried for a few days longer and its concentrated flavour is also a favourite among those who prefer a meatier and full- bodied taste.

Whether you prefer wet or dry is really up to you. You really can’t go wrong with either option as they both taste delicious in their own right. How you like your meat to feel and taste is all part of the fun – why not explore both options, its definitely worth a try.

Lean vs Fatty Biltong

Personal Taste Preference Is Key

Are you the kind of person that loves to eat the fattier bits of meat? Or is lean meat more your thing? Let’s look at both varieties.

Fatty Biltong: If you love a bit of marbled meat with all its fatty glory, or a fat strip on the side, you will gravitate towards our fatty biltong snack. Combined with visible marbled fat, or a soft creamy edge with a superb buttery taste, it’s the perfect way to indulge in traditional biltong snack, and if you’re on a keto diet, fatty biltong is the perfect food to supplement your diet regime.
Lean Biltong: Is just that, lean. Lean biltong is suitable for those on a low carb, low calorie diet. Still packed with delicious flavour, it’s a great alternative for those looking for a guilt free, all natural biltong protein snack.

Finding the perfect biltong to satisfy your taste buds clearly comes down to personal preference. If you’re not quite sure which one you’ll like the best, why not give them all a try and decide for yourself. Whether it’s tender, dry thin or chunky, we know our Protea Foods range of biltong snacks will not disappoint.

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