DESCRIZIONE
The present invention relates to a method for the application and implantation of starter cultures in products of animal origin for curing same, which comprises: a) introducing one or more starter cultures of Staphylococcus and yeasts in a whole muscle product of animal origin by means of sprinkling, tumbling and massaging; b) subjecting said product after step a) to maturation treatment with heat and humidity to favor starter culture growth; d1) freezing the product after step b) and subjecting it to vacuum, stopping the biological activity; and d2) cutting or slicing the frozen product and subjecting it to rapid drying with hot air for between 30 and 120 minutes; and e) packing the dried product of animal origin. A claim is directed to the cured whole muscle product obtained by the claimed product.