Les Creations

Les Creations Pata Negra Ham

Sunca de Bellota, 100% Iberica, Certified ARAPORCEI CP/IB- 167/16

For every exceptional moment, an exceptional product is needed, «Les Créations» offers you Pata Negra ham, a delicacy with a unique aroma, matured for a minimum of 36 months. Raised freely in the Spanish pastures, the black Iberian pigs are fed with acorns, which gives them a melting texture and a fine marbling. For a guaranteed moment of pleasure.

 

White crystals on Jamon? - Sign of well-done maturation

Tyrosine in jamón is an amino acid that forms naturally during the jamón's maturing process. This amino acid crystallizes, giving rise to small white spots or crystals visible on the surface or inside the jamón.

Why it is a positive thing:

1. Indicator of quality and maturation: The presence of tyrosine crystals is often considered a sign of a long and well-done maturation. They indicate that the ham has undergone a slow and natural drying process, which contributes to the development of complex flavors.

2. Richer flavors: Tyrosine, along with other compounds formed during maturation, contributes to the intensification of the specific taste and aroma of jamón, making the product more flavorful and of superior quality.

3. Positive perception among consumers: In cultures where jamón is highly appreciated, the presence of these crystals is seen as a sign of a premium choice, increasing the perceived value of the product.

In conclusion, the presence of tyrosine is an indicator of a quality jamón, which has been matured correctly, offering a superior taste experience.

 

Product use

Let the Pata Negra ham warm up to room temperature for 15 minutes, so that it reveals all its flavors. Most experts agree that the right temperature to consume pata negra ham should be between 21 and 23°C, because the intramuscular fat thus acquires the ideal texture, color and juiciness for consumption. To be enjoyed as an appetizer.

In some places, such as Catalonia, traditional bread is prepared with tomatoes and olive oil, a good accompaniment on the pata negra ham table. Specialists in this art recommend consuming it with generous wines such as Fino or Manzanilla, even if it is also fashionable to accompany it with cava or champagne, to reveal all the flavors. To be more original, you can eat it with cantaloupe.

About the brand

“Les Créations” is the premium brand for the INTERMARCHE group.

Launched in 2013, “Les Créations” is the achievement of a global blending process: the extreme quality of the products and a recognized packaging of black and gold class. The entire range of this gourmet collection reinvents a new consumer trend: Greed and refined pleasure.

More than a signature, “Les Créations” is a true promise of good taste. In all families and ranges of products, the origins and selected ingredients offer the assurance of a unique flavor.

With the pleasure of “Les Créations”, quality and exception are now available and accessible to every family and any budget.

Storage:

Keep between 0 and 6°C.

Producer/supplier

LE PETIT BASQUE – ZAC La Prade

France