Cinco Jotas Sliced Paleta Ibérica de Bellota

Name: Cinco Jotas Sliced Paleta Ibérica de Bellota
Brand: CINCO JOTAS
SKU: T5150249
Price: 17.50 GBP
Availability: InStock

£17.50

Net: 70g Jabugo, Spain 100% Ibérico, acorn-fed Shoulder cut (paleta) Hand-carved, ready to serve

Cinco Jotas sliced Paleta Ibérica de Bellota — acorn-fed, 100% Ibérico shoulder ham, hand-carved and ready to serve. Slightly less marbled than the jamón but still of exceptional quality, with a rich, flavourful character and a milder intensity that makes it wonderfully versatile. From Jabugo, since 1879.

£17.50

The paleta is the shoulder cut of the Ibérico pig — a different joint from the rear leg that produces the jamón, and one with its own distinct character. It is slightly less marbled than the jamón but still of exceptionally high quality, with a rich, full flavour and a milder intensity that makes it a versatile choice for a wider range of occasions. Where Cinco Jotas jamón is a statement — intense, complex, commanding the plate — the paleta is its more approachable counterpart. It carries the same acorn-fed pedigree, the same Jabugo curing cellars, and the same 100% Ibérico breeding, but the shoulder's different muscle structure and shorter curing time produce a ham that is slightly sweeter, slightly leaner, and slightly more restrained.

This does not make it a lesser product. The paleta has a loyal following among Spanish ham enthusiasts who value its balance and versatility. It works beautifully on its own, as part of a charcuterie board, alongside cheese, or wrapped around breadsticks, melon, or figs. Its milder character also makes it an excellent introduction to Ibérico ham for anyone who has not tasted it before.

Producer: Cinco Jotas has been perfecting the art of Jamón Ibérico since 1879. Craftsmanship and tradition have been the hallmark of the brand for nearly 150 years. The unique microclimate of Jabugo significantly influences the curing process, contributing to what many regard as the most exclusive ham in the world.

Ingredients: 100% Ibérico pork shoulder ham, sea salt, antioxidant E-301 (sodium ascorbate), acidity regulator E-331 (trisodium citrate), preservative E-252 (potassium nitrate)

Storage: Refrigerate. Once opened, consume within 2–3 days for best quality. Remove from the fridge 15–20 minutes before serving to bring to room temperature.

Net: 70g

Remove from the fridge 15–20 minutes before serving. Lay the slices on a plate — ideally a slightly warm plate — and allow them to come to room temperature. The fat should soften and become glossy, releasing the nutty, herbal aroma that defines acorn-fed Ibérico. Eating the paleta cold from the fridge mutes the flavour and texture completely.

Serve on its own or as part of a charcuterie board alongside the Cinco Jotas jamón, lomo, or presa for a full Ibérico tasting. The milder character of the paleta provides a useful contrast to the more intense jamón.

Pair with crusty bread, pan con tomate, ripe melon, fresh figs, Manchego, or a handful of Marcona almonds.

For a classic Spanish pairing, serve with a glass of chilled Fino or Manzanilla sherry. A dry, crisp white wine or a light, young red from Rioja also works well.

As with the jamón, avoid cooking with sliced paleta of this quality — the curing has already done the work.

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Description

The paleta is the shoulder cut of the Ibérico pig — a different joint from the rear leg that produces the jamón, and one with its own distinct character. It is slightly less marbled than the jamón but still of exceptionally high quality, with a rich, full flavour and a milder intensity that makes it a versatile choice for a wider range of occasions. Where Cinco Jotas jamón is a statement — intense, complex, commanding the plate — the paleta is its more approachable counterpart. It carries the same acorn-fed pedigree, the same Jabugo curing cellars, and the same 100% Ibérico breeding, but the shoulder's different muscle structure and shorter curing time produce a ham that is slightly sweeter, slightly leaner, and slightly more restrained.