After buying an Iberian shoulder, when we get home we may have a question… How do I place the Iberian shoulder in the ham holder? Where do I start with the shoulder?
The first thing we need to be clear about is the type of consumption we are going to give to the piece; if it is going to be consumed over a long period of time or if, on the contrary, it is going to be consumed in a single day.
We recommend that you take a look at our post about the parts of the Iberian shoulder, it will help you understand the explanation.
If the shoulder is going to be consumed at home, it will normally be consumed little by little. It is usual to start the Iberian shoulder with the back of the head, a trick to remember that we start it well is to place the hoof facing downwards.
If the Iberian shoulder is going to be consumed at an event or celebration, it is usually sliced whole on the same day. If you are going to enjoy your Iberian shoulder in one or two days, we recommend that you start with the maza, the widest part. In this case, we will place the shoulder with the hoof facing upwards.
It is the juiciest part due to the infiltration of fat that it has. The maza is the most attractive part to cut and the one that usually draws the most attention visually. Starting with that area if we are going to cut the Iberian shoulder at an event will help us to enhance the piece and the cut. The diners’ first impressions of the shoulder will be better since they will be enjoying one of the most valued parts of the piece right from the start.
In fact, at a professional level, both at events and in specialist shops, the most common practice is to always start the piece with the mallet.
In any case, there are all kinds of theories and in the end each master has his own book. We hope that these guidelines will guide you and help you to enjoy your Iberian shoulder much more.
At Moniberic we are fully familiar with the different varieties of Iberian hams and Serrano hams. We know exactly what the strengths of each variety are and what a ham must have to be exceptional.
In this way we offer you an unbeatable selection of high quality, tasty hams, at the perfect point for consumption.
If you are thinking of buying an acorn-fed shoulder, or a field-fed shoulder or a bait shoulder, don’t hesitate. Buy it in our online store at an incredible price!
At Moniberic we offer you a select variety of the best ham shoulders so that you can enjoy a quality ham with an exceptional flavour.
At Moniberic we are passionate about cured meats, but only the really good ones, the ones with a flavour that conquers the most demanding palates and an aroma that enchants.
Within the category of lean and Iberian sausages you can find everything from Iberian chorizos, longanizas, espetec… to 100% Iberian acorn-fed loins. All of them with a more than assured quality.
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