Parma ham is a highly regarded style of dry-cured prosciutto which hails from Parma, Italy, reports The Cook's Thesaurus. Its strong flavor is best served in paper-thin slices.
Calories
A 1-oz. portion of Parma ham -- about 2 slices -- contains 75 calories, with 24 coming from protein and 54 coming from fat, reports the Parma Ham Consortium website.
Saturated Fat
A 1-oz. snack of Parma ham contains 2 g of saturated fat. Its strong flavor means that a little bit goes a long way in adding flavor to your meal. MayoClinic.com recommends limiting saturated fat consumption to 15 g per day.
Similar Types
Other types of dry-cured ham can be successfully substituted in recipes calling for Parma ham. Ask your grocer for culatello, prosciutto or Serrano ham when he is out of Parma. Each style has a different protein-to-fat ratio and uses a slightly different curing process, but the similarities are strong across this family of hams.
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