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.