You may have noticed that in many stores where you can buy Iberico ham, they have ham cutters that make envelopes of knife-cut ham, apart from the traditional machine sliced ham section in the sausage section. If you want to know the differences between buying a leg of Serrano ham or taking home envelopes of cured ham sliced by hand, read on to choose the one that suits you best.
Iberico ham Traditional cut.
In the Jamón Pasión store you have the option in some pieces of being able to buy ham cut with a knife by a professional cutter. This service has an added cost, but it can be a very good choice if you don't have much skill in cutting it yourself at home and being able to take advantage of it well.
It is not uncommon to see hams at home wasted due to not following the proper cutting direction. You don't have to study a degree, but you do have a bit of an idea, especially if you get your hands on an acorn-fed Spanish ham.
They are presented in envelopes of 100 gr. and vacuum packed, so all you have to do is open the envelope and eat. They do not lose any of their wonderful qualities, of course, unlike the whole leg, which you must keep in a cool place but without refrigeration, these if you must keep them in the fridge, especially in summer and as soon as the heat begins. In winter you can leave it at room temperature.
Knife cutting respects the morphology of the ham and forces you to cut in the direction of the muscle fibers or, as some cutting professionals say, in the direction of the grain. If you decide to buy knife-cut ham, don't worry that none of the sensory characteristics of the product are lost.
Whole Iberian Ham Leg.
The most significant difference when choosing a whole piece with bone and cutting it yourself at home little by little is the price. Getting the job done for you costs money. Another very important factor for those of us who appreciate this delicious delicacy is the ritual. Standing in front of the ham, knife in hand and outlining it, changing position and eating it directly from the leg, for me is a joy; and I know that for many of you too.
The flavor, texture and aroma will be practically the same, but the experience is more complete by cutting it yourself. The preliminaries are part of the tasting. If you are one of those here I will catch you, here I will kill you, and for you cutting it is more a nuisance than a pleasure, you have it easy, choose an jamóm iberico sliced by hand.
Spanish Ham Online Store.
Web specialized in Iberian hams and sausages, but as connoisseurs of good products, we have the best Serrano hams, knowing that there are tastes and occasions of all colors, there are pieces that without being Iberian are delicious, such as 100% natural Trevélez hams or the only one with a Protected Designation of Origin originating from white pigs, the appreciated Teruel serrano Ham.
Whatever you choose, if it is from Jamón Pasión it is a success and we will be happy if you ask us any questions or call or write us to advise you when choosing the best ham for you.