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Iberian Bellota Shoulder
The paleta ibérica of bellota comes from the forelimbs of Iberian pigs that have been fed exclusively with bellota for a minimum period of 60 days and have managed to fatten a minimum of 46kgs.
That minimum period we are talking about is known as "La Montanera" which begins at the end of autumn and lasts until the beginning of spring. During this period, the pigs do not only feed on acorns, they take advantage of all the delicacies that La Dehesa offers them: herbs, wild grasses, snails, worms, roots, etc...
A very varied diet but characterized by the nutritional richness of the bellota, which provides an enormous amount of Oleic Acid. This exclusive diet based mainly on acorns, makes this exquisite delicacy possible with such an exclusive flavor.
You can buy two types of bellota paleta depending on the percentage of breed purity of the animal, we are talking about paleta of bellota 50% or 75% ibérica which is easy to distinguish by its red seal. The other option is the real paleta ibérica pata negra.
The only one that can be called in this way; The paleta of bellota 100% ibérica.
The main difference between a bellota paleta and a paleta pata negra will be in its fatty infiltration. The paleta of bellota 50% or 75% will have greater infiltration, you will see more intramuscular fat.
On the other hand, the paleta of 100% bellota ibérica will show less streaks but a significant covering fat, mainly in the area of the mace. That 100% ibérico bacon is the secret to the flavor. A few very thin slices of that white bacon are a real delight for the palate.
The 100% ibérica paleta will also have a darker color, similar to ripe cherry. bellota paleta ibérica is a high-quality source of protein. Its juiciness, combining salty and sweet notes, means that when we taste the paleta ibérica of bellota it melts in our mouths and leaves that characteristic and delicious taste.
At Ibericomio we offer you an incredible catalogue of Iberian shoulders from bellota, so that you can put the best gastronomic pleasure on your table directly from the factory, without intermediaries.