A true gem of Spanish gastronomy

The paleta, or shoulder, is a ham made from the front leg of the pig which, although a bit smaller, is every bit as delicious as the back leg. Due to its anatomy, it has a slightly lower ratio of meat to bone/fat, leading to a more economical price.

Our shoulders come from the famed Iberian pig, a breed commonly known as pata negra, or black foot. The dark red meat is lightly marbled with fat, giving it a rich texture and a unmistakable flavour that will make your mouth water. Unlike the acorn-fed shoulder, this shoulder comes from pigs that were not raised on acorns, so it's a bit more economical, which turns it into the ideal buy before stepping up to the king of hams: acorn-fed bellota.

Natural dry-cured process

Equally important for achieving this high quality product is the drying and curing process. This completely natural process can last up to 24 months! During this time, the meat undergoes various physical and chemical changes, which slowly create the final flavour and texture. 

Buy this shoulder, and enjoy the pleasure of cutting your own delicious slices of this excellent ham whenever you so desire. 

Order today, and you will receive the shoulder in a few days, sent directly from Spain.




We also offer this shoulder ham as part of a pack that includes a ham stand and a special ham knife, perfect if you are buying Spanish ham for the first time, or for an original gift. You can see the pack here.

 

Note: The shoulder has an outer layer of fat that needs to be removed as you cut it. If you prefer to avoid the inconvenience, we also offer boneless hams and packages of sliced ham.