Jamones y embutidos de Higuera de la Sierra, Huelva

The Iberian pig is a native breed of the Iberian Peninsula, and a large part of its population is concentrated in western Andalusia and Extremadura. Its meat is highly prized and characterized by the marbling of fat within the muscle, making it very juicy. Furthermore, this fat is largely unsaturated, considered heart-healthy due to its ability to reduce levels of "bad" or LDL cholesterol. When buying this delicacy, we must be careful, as there can be some confusion surrounding the term "Iberian" due to the various classifications used. Thus, according to regulations, depending on its origin, we can find: 100% Iberian or with a specific percentage; And according to their diet: acorn-fed Iberian pigs, those raised free-range and whose final stage is fed on natural pastures and acorns; field-fed Iberian pigs, animals raised free-range and fed on feed and pasture; and grain-fed Iberian pigs, farm-raised Iberian pigs fed on feed. Other information of interest: Jamones Oro Viejo. Higuera de la Sierra (Huelva) Tel. +34 959 19 60 92 http://jamonesoroviejo.com/ Sources: http://www.jamonlovers.es/clasificaci... If you want to see our recipe videos, tips, and much more…visit our website!! http://canalandaluciacocina.es