Cinco Jotas Acorn-fed 100% Ibérico Boneless Ham (Shoulder)
Enjoy three to four pounds (variable) of a premium whole boneless Iberian jamón. This cut is from the shoulder of the pata negra pig, who has spent his days roaming free range, eating a diet of acorns (bellotas), and transforming their meat into a healthy, delicious ham. Carefully cured and salted by artisans passionate about their trade, this jamón is ready to be sliced and enjoyed for many months ahead.
HEALTHY PLEASURES
Iberian ham has countless health benefits, and is truly one of life's greatest culinary pleasures.
THE PLEASURE OF CINCO JOTAS
If you think there are only four flavors – sweet, salty, bitter and sour – have a re-think! The fifth flavor, called umami, translates literally from Japanese as “pleasant, savory taste” or “yummy”. Umami is the indescribable sensation responsible for exalting your taste buds in a select few foods. The umami flavor comes from amino acids, which can be naturally found in some food protein. One of them is the unmistakable multi-sensory experience of acorn-fed Iberian ham.
HEALTHY BENEFITS OF CINCO JOTAS
This revered product of Spanish cuisine has more protein than fresh pork - on average about 50% more - and has been shown in numerous studies to be part of a healthy, nutritious diet. In 100 g of ham, there are about 33% of the proteins we need for our day. It is for this reason that Iberian ham is of great interest for those eager to maintain high-protein diets. This exquisite bellota ham is also very rich in calcium and phosphorus, as well as containing vitamins B1, B2, and iron. Enjoy it in good health!
ENJOY THE FLAVOR OF AN AUTHENTIC CINCO JOTAS HAM
SERVING RECOMMENDATIONS
- 1 - A boneless Iberian ham should be kept refrigerated, unlike bone-in ham, because once the bone is removed the curing process stops so there is no longer that natural preservation.
- 2 - Be sure to put the block of ham on a plate to collect the oil during storage.
- 3 - Divide the boneless ham into large pieces, with a sharp knife. An electric slider is also recommended.
- 4 - Cut only as much as you will eat, as nothing is better than a ham sliced just moments before you enjoy it.
- 6 - Using your fingers to eat your food? With Iberian ham, not only is this allowed, but it's encouraged! Enjoy the full experience.
