{"product_id":"pata-negra-iberico-schouderham-bellota","title":"Pata Negra Ham – Paleta Bellota 100% Iberico approx. 5 kg","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the very highest quality of \u003cstrong\u003eIberico shoulder ham\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cstrong\u003ePaleta Bellota 100% Ibérico Pata Negra\u003c\/strong\u003e. This exceptional Spanish shoulder ham comes from 100% pure-bred Iberico pigs and is \u003cstrong\u003ecured for at least 36 months\u003c\/strong\u003e. The result is an intensely aromatic ham with beautiful marbling, nutty flavours and soft, melt-in-the-mouth fat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e100% Iberico \u0026amp; Bellota\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDuring the \u003cstrong\u003eMontanera\u003c\/strong\u003e, the Iberico pigs roam freely through the Spanish dehesa. Acorns form an important part of their natural diet during this period, complemented by grasses and herbs. The combination of breed, free movement and diet contributes to the characteristic marbling and complex flavour of \u003cstrong\u003eBellota Iberico ham\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100% Iberico\u003c\/strong\u003e – from pure-bred Iberico pigs\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBellota quality\u003c\/strong\u003e – acorn-fed during the Montanera season\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFree-range\u003c\/strong\u003e in the Spanish dehesa\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCured for at least 36 months\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlack label\u003c\/strong\u003e – Bellota 100% Iberico\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlavour:\u003c\/strong\u003e intense, nutty, complex and tender\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Pata Negra?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe term \u003cstrong\u003ePata Negra\u003c\/strong\u003e is reserved for \u003cstrong\u003eJamón and Paleta de Bellota 100% Ibérico\u003c\/strong\u003e: ham from pure-bred Iberico pigs within the highest official Iberico quality category. These hams are identified by their \u003cstrong\u003eblack label\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCured for at least 36 months\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis Paleta Bellota 100% Iberico is \u003cstrong\u003eslowly cured for at least 36 months\u003c\/strong\u003e. This is an exceptionally long curing period for an Iberico shoulder ham, allowing intense aromas and a deep, layered flavour profile to develop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePaleta or Jamón?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePaleta\u003c\/strong\u003e is the shoulder ham from the front leg of the Iberico pig, while \u003cstrong\u003eJamón\u003c\/strong\u003e comes from the hind leg. Paleta is smaller and the meat is more compact around the bone. As a result, Paleta generally has a \u003cstrong\u003ericher and more intense character\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJamón is larger and requires a longer curing period, generally resulting in a somewhat more elegant and refined flavour profile. Lovers of a pronounced \u003cstrong\u003eIberian ham\u003c\/strong\u003e flavour therefore often choose Paleta.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to serve and store Paleta Pata Negra\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSecure the Paleta firmly in a ham holder and use a long, flexible ham knife to carve wafer-thin slices. Serve at room temperature so the natural fat softens and the aromas can fully develop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOnce you have started carving the ham, protect the cut surface with a few pieces of the trimmed fat. Then cover the ham with a clean cloth and store it in a cool, dry place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct:\u003c\/strong\u003e Paleta Bellota 100% Ibérico Pata Negra\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCut:\u003c\/strong\u003e Paleta (shoulder \/ front leg)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIberico breed:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100%\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bellota \/ acorn-fed during the Montanera season\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCuring:\u003c\/strong\u003e minimum 36 months\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLabel:\u003c\/strong\u003e black\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 5 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Ibéricos Guillén","offers":[{"title":"4.5 kg","offer_id":47943602372941,"sku":"0011-5","price":192.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"5 kg","offer_id":47943602405709,"sku":"0011-5","price":212.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"5.5 kg","offer_id":48141930266957,"sku":"0011-6","price":235.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"6 kg","offer_id":53004005900621,"sku":"0011-6","price":255.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0565\/2371\/8811\/files\/paleta-bellota-100-iberico-5kg.jpg?v=1701789192","url":"https:\/\/ibericofino.com\/products\/pata-negra-ham-paleta-bellota-100-iberico","provider":"Iberico Fino","version":"1.0","type":"link"}