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Trollvac Curing Bag - Turn Your Fridge into a Curing Chamber
Do you want to make your own coppa, cured ham, or dry-aged steak but lack a suitable cellar or curing chamber? Trollvac curing bag is the solution. This unique bag is made of a special membrane that works one-way: It lets moisture out of the meat but does not let air and bacteria in. This allows you to dry and cure meat safely on a rack in your regular refrigerator without forming a hard dry rim (case hardening). Since this is a roll, you can cut the exact length you need.
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✔ Breathable membrane
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✔ Cut to size
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✔ Prevents case hardening
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✔ Safe curing
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Important for vacuum sealing: Dry aging bags do not have channels like regular vacuum bags. To use them with a standard external suction sealer, you must use a small structure strip (vac-aid) in the opening so the machine can extract the air. Alternatively, you can use the "water displacement method" to push out air before sealing.
Applications
- ✔ Dry Age Steak: Age ribeye or sirloin for 21-45 days for intense flavor development and tenderness.
- ✔ Charcuterie: Make cured ham, coppa (neck fillet), bresaola, or cured leg of lamb safely.
- ✔ Fermented Sausages: Can be used for salami and cured sausages to ensure even drying without mold.
Specifications
| Type | Curing Bag / Dry Age Bag (Roll) |
| Dimensions | 30 cm width x 3 meters length |
| Material | Semi-permeable membrane |
| Suitable for | Larger cuts of meat, whole loins, neck |
FAQ
Do I need a vacuum sealer?
Yes, for best results, the bag should have good contact with the meat. Since the bag is smooth, you need either a chamber machine or a "vac-aid" strip for standard machines to extract air. However, a 100% perfect vacuum is not necessary; the most important thing is that the bag touches the meat (approx. 80% contact).
Where in the fridge should it be placed?
Place the meat on a wire rack so air can circulate around the entire bag (including underneath). Do not place it directly on a glass shelf or in a drawer. Good air circulation is key to success.
Will it smell in the fridge?
No, the membrane keeps most odors inside while releasing moisture. You can safely keep it in the fridge along with other groceries.