Pancetta

Dry cure and pork belly. What's in the dry cure? Look close enough and you'll figure it out.
Combined, in a zip-top bag. Put in in the fridge for about a week or a little more until it's firm.

Hang to dry for 5-7 days. After that, freeze it for up to four months. If it lasts that long.

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