Presunto

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Traditional Ham of Chaves - Portugal
Traditional Ham of Chaves - Portugal

Presunto is the name given to dry-cured Portuguese ham similar to Spanish Jamón.

There are a wide variety of presuntos in Portugal; among the most famous are Presunto from Chaves and Presunto from Alentejo (made from Black Iberian Pig).

A wet-cured ham called fiambre is more common in everyday meals.

Two varieties of Presunto are protected by European law with geographical indications.

  • Presunto de Barrancos has PDO status.
  • Presunto de Barroso has PGI status.


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