For many it is an even better snack than ham. The loin is a noble part of the pork that has an intense, honeyed and not very greasy flavor. This delicacy is obtained by mixing the animal’s loin, salt and paprika. In addition, you can add other products such as garlic and oil or other […]
You may have wondered why Iberian ham is only produced in our country, although it is enjoyed all over the world. This is due to the special characteristics that surround this product, which make it necessary to have very specific circumstances in order to produce this gastronomic jewel: the best ham in the world. What […]
Today we want to share with you the fourth of the Original and Creative recipes with ham by chef Clara Saura for your special occasions… Before we start, we should know which type of ham we are going to use. That is because each category has its own characteristic flavour, due to the months of […]
The ham is an exquisite bite in which the cut plays a fundamental role. To enjoy the ham in all its splendour, we need a perfect cut and to obtain this perfect cut we need the right knives. What do I need to cut a ham? All this is what you need to be able […]
The acorn-fed Iberian ham is one of the healthiest products we can eat. So let’s eat ham! It is a natural antioxidant and contributes to the production of healthy cholesterol due to its oleic acid, and it has a high level of vitamin E. Moreover, eating it with tomato or extra virgin olive oil increases […]
Many times we see white strips interspersed in the lain of the ham. This is what we would call the marbling or the grain of the ham. Marbling, which is fat infiltrations among muscle fibers, gives juiciness and intensity of flavour and aroma to the product. This characteristic is one of the main distinctions of […]
The preservation of the ham and its cutting are fundamental elements for its enjoyment. First of all, we should know that for a good preservation of the ham, it must be in a cool and dry place, with a temperature of around 15º C and a relative humidity of 75%. The place where the ham […]
To this question, the only thing we can answer you that is 100% true is that the best ham in the world comes from Spain, both the raw material and its preparation, and that the best and most appreciated pig, as far as the exquisiteness of its product is concerned, is the acorn-fed Iberian pig. […]
Eating ham is always a pleasure, regardless of the cutting method we choose. However, the way we work with this product can clearly affect its organoleptic properties. Depending on our needs, we will choose one type of cut or another. Advantages and characteristics of knife cutting: If we want to fully exploit all our senses […]
Many of you may wonder what Duroc 100% means: Duroc isa pig breed, and 100% is the degree of racial purity of each animal of this breed. This breed is originally from North America, although it is currently one of the most produced pigs in Europe and, more precisely, in Spain. Currently, Duroc pigs are […]
