There’s the sliced ham that you get at the deli, there’s the plump leg that you serve on Christmas, and finally there’s jamón ibérico. Retailing at around $200 per pound, it is a delicacy in the same league up there as caviar and civet coffee.
What the Fuss is all About
Jamón Ibérico or Iberian ham is a special ham produced mostly in Spain, although some regions in Portugal have their own version of this treat. Jamón Ibérico, also referred to as carne negra or pata negra, is made from black Iberian pigs. Cross bred pigs may also be used as starting material for this special ham – as long as they are 75% Ibérico [Read more…]