The Ham from Teruel PDO is, without a doubt, the best Serrano ham on the market.
Who doesn’t like to snack on a Ham from Teruel PDO before lunch on Sundays? Or eat a good Teruel Ham sandwich with olive oil? And a salad of Teruel Ham and melon?
What is clear is that the Ham from Teruel PDO is suitable for any occasion, as well as for any palate. If you are a lover of Teruel ham, here we present our entire range of hams.
What is the Teruel Ham PDO?
The Teruel Ham PDO, is a Protected Designation of Origin of the ham produced in the province of Teruel. It is very popular because it was the first ham with a designation of origin in the entire peninsula.
This Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) designates the name of a product whose production, transformation and processing must be carried out in a specific geographical area, with specific recognized and proven knowledge.
The Teruel Ham PDO comes from the Serrano ham, the ham that originates from the white pig, whose breeds can be: Landrace, Duroc or Large White, among others. In this case, the Teruel Ham PDO originates from the Landrace and Large White breeds for the maternal line, while the Duroc is exclusively for the paternal line.
The certification of the Teruel Ham PDO is synonymous with food safety and quality. It is the perfect sample that this type of Serrano ham and shoulders is prepared, produced and made following the requirements established by the ENAC (ENAC National Accreditation Entity).
Types of Serrano Ham
As we know, Teruel Ham PDO is part of the Serrano ham family. It is a type of ham obtained by salting and air drying the pig’s feet.
And in addition to the Teruel Ham PDO, there are also other types of Serrano ham. Always irresistible to our palates. Let’s see the most outstanding ones!
Trévelez Ham
Jamón de Trévelez is a very popular type of ham in Spain. It is made in several locations in Granada, including Trévelez. They weigh between 7 and 9 kg, and are characterized by having a rounded shape and a low salt content.
Serón Ham
Serón ham is another of the jewels of Serrano ham. It is produced in the Betic mountains of Almería, and is one of the new foods within the PGI registry. Unlike Jamón de Trévelez, Jamón de Serón stands out for its large number of aromas during tasting.
These three types of Serrano hams are regulated by the PGI, which regulates drying times and procedures, the same for all.
The differentiating key is in the quality, a quality that is governed by the curing time. And we find 3:
Cellar Ham: curing between 9 and 12 months.
Reserve Ham: curing between 12 and 14 months.
Gran Reserva Ham: cured for more than 14 months.
Difference between Teruel Ham and Iberian ham
At first glance, we may not see the difference between a Teruel Ham PDO and an Iberian ham. But the truth is that the differences between the two are diverse and several aspects must be taken into account, starting from the breed of pig and its habitat, to its preparation and way of drying.
Where to buy Teruel Ham PDO at home?
If you want to buy a Teruel Ham PDO at home, you have come to the perfect place.
In our online store you can find the best Teruel Ham PDO at the best price and with unbeatable qualities. Home delivery throughout Europe and with shipping costs totally FREE with orders over € 79.99.
But also, if you are interested in another type of ham, such as Iberian ham, or some other type of typical Spanish food, at Gastronomic Spain we offer all these products at the best price. We have a wide catalog with more than 800 products at your service.
Take advantage of this opportunity and enjoy the pleasure of having Spanish food away from Spain!
