How do you spell Pancetta?
Correct spelling
pancetta
Remember: one C before E makes the 'ch' sound, double T at end
Why is pancetta spelled this way?
From Italian pancia, belly. Cured pork belly. Double t, ending in a. Think: PANCIA (belly) + ETTA (small). Not 'panchetta' — the c before e already makes the 'ch' sound.
Common misspellings of pancetta
panchettapancetapancetta
Example
The chef wrapped the asparagus in thin slices of pancetta before roasting.