From Bologna comes this fantastic charcuterie product. The name mortadella refers to the finely dispersed texture, mortarium means, roughly speaking, mortered or ground. The flavor is rich and full, with a complex spicy flavor, the raw material is the pork belly meat and mortadella are sprinkled with lardo for maximum juiciness. The slow steaming also contributes to the surprising texture. Serve as an antipasto, on a pork platter or on a piece of fresh dough bread. mother with a fruity olive oil.