PORK MEAT

All about the delicious Iberian Pork

Among the noblest animals there is the Spanish Iberian pig. This breed boasts amazing fat and its meat is delicious, a true Spanish excellence. Animal welfare is a priority for the Blázquez company, who raises the pigs in the wild Spanish countryside in southwestern Spain. Here, the ecosystem allows the animals to be fed on fresh grasses, cork acorns and centuries-old oak trees that give the meat a rich flavor. The pigs' diet is kept under control to ensure the right nutritional intake based on the animal's weight. The Iberian pig is characterized by a dark color, it has long, thin but very strong legs and a small head with a pointed snout. Iberian pork is tender, juicy and has an intense flavor.

The best Iberian Pork cuts

All cuts of the Iberian pig are tasty, but among the most prized is definitely the secreto. Legend has it that butchers keep this "secret" cut of meat to themselves because of its high quality. This cut is hidden between the pork shoulder and belly, very thin and tender, to be grilled.
One of the most common cuts is the tenderloin, called solomillo in Spanish,it is the leanest cut of pork, but also one of the most tender. Because of its tenderness, it is ideal for cooking in the oven or on the grill.
Pork ribs are a favorite cut for barbecue lovers, but those of the Iberian pig have an unbeatable marbling. For this very reason, the hot grill is the perfect cooking for these really flavorful ribs.