{"id":4637,"date":"2021-05-10T07:00:36","date_gmt":"2021-05-10T07:00:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gastronomicspain.com\/blog\/?p=4637"},"modified":"2021-09-22T13:57:55","modified_gmt":"2021-09-22T11:57:55","slug":"chorizo-from-leon","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gastronomicspain.com\/blog\/en\/chorizo-from-leon\/","title":{"rendered":"Chorizo from Le\u00f3n, with the distinctive \u2018\u2019 Guarantee Mark \u2019\u2019"},"content":{"rendered":"

Doubts about which Spansih chorizo<\/strong> to buy? At Gastronomic Spain we can help you<\/a><\/span>. We know that there is a great variety, but if a typical Spanish sausage<\/strong> should be highlighted, it will be the Chorizo from Le\u00f3n<\/strong>, one of the chorizos with the distinctive \u2018\u2019 Guarantee Mark \u2019\u2019.<\/p>\n

Delve into the typical\u00a0Chorizo\u00a0from Le\u00f3n<\/strong> thanks to Gastronomic Spain and try our Chorizo de Le\u00f3n because you will be delighted.<\/p>\n

Do you want to investigate more about this product? Keep reading our article.<\/p>\n

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What is Chorizo\u00a0from\u00a0Le\u00f3n<\/strong>?<\/h2>\n

Chorizo\u00a0from\u00a0Le\u00f3n<\/strong> is a smoked and cured sausage, from the province of Le\u00f3n, as its name indicates, and is also very common and popular throughout the Iberian Peninsula.<\/p>\n

Chorizo\u00a0from\u00a0Le\u00f3n<\/strong> is carefully prepared, and together with the qualities of the raw material, the exceptional quality of this Spanish sausage is determined, both for its flavor and for its characteristic aroma.<\/p>\n

The typical Leon sausage<\/strong> is made from noble parts of the white pig carcass. The meat is minced and the corresponding spices of the Spanish chorizo<\/strong> are added, salt, minced garlic, oregano and La Vera paprika. This type of paprika, whether sweet or spicy, gives rise to the two variants of Chorizo\u00a0from\u00a0Le\u00f3n<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

The ingredients are mixed and left to rest for 24 hours. Later it is stuffed and the ends are tied. Its cure consists of a minimum of 30 days. It is the final touch so that the result of the Chorizo\u00a0from\u00a0Le\u00f3n<\/strong> is imperial.<\/p>\n

Characteristics of Chorizo from Leon<\/h2>\n

Next, we are going to determine the characteristics of the Chorizo\u00a0from\u00a0Le\u00f3n<\/strong>, from its appearance to its internal fat. Let us begin!<\/p>\n

Appearance: it is presented in the shape of a horseshoe, as commercial terminology. The paprika gives it a characteristic reddish color, without the presence of a superficial flower, not very shiny and not very rough.<\/p>\n

Appearance when cut: the size of the meat particles is uniform. The distribution of meat and fat particles ranges from uniform to uneven. While the casing is easily separated from the edible portion.<\/p>\n

Flavor and aroma: Chorizo\u00a0from\u00a0Le\u00f3n<\/strong> has a slightly acidic and spicy flavor with some bitter nuances. The aroma is reminiscent of paprika, garlic and smoke in the smoked pieces. Flavor and aroma are persistent and intense.<\/p>\n

Texture: it is a type of juicy chorizo and there are no hard parts.<\/p>\n

Fat: fat is white with orange hues from the paprika.<\/p>\n

Chorizo from Le\u00f3n Palcarsa<\/h3>\n

There are different brands of Chorizo\u00a0from\u00a0Le\u00f3n<\/strong>, but if one should be highlighted, it is Palcarsa<\/strong>. Palcarsa chorizo, as well as all its variety of sausages are 100% natural, without preservatives or colorings.<\/p>\n

The Chorizo\u00a0from\u00a0Le\u00f3n<\/strong> Palcarsa<\/strong> has been recognized as the \u2018\u2019 Best Chorizo in the World in 2019 \u2019\u2019.<\/p>\n

It is a chorizo recommended for all types of consumption, from tapas or appetizers, sandwiches or accompanying delicious fried eggs. An award-winning delicacy to spice up your favorite dishes.<\/p>\n

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Chorizo de Le\u00f3n, a \u2018\u2019 Guarantee Mark \u2019\u2019<\/h2>\n

In addition to being recognized as the \u2018\u2019 Best Chorizo in the World \u2019\u2019, the Chorizo\u00a0from\u00a0Le\u00f3n<\/strong> has the distinctive \u2018\u2019 Guarantee Mark \u2019\u2019. This distinctive is a registered trademark that is registered in the Spanish Patent and Trademark Office.<\/p>\n

The \u2018\u2019 Guarantee Mark \u2019\u2019 is a first step towards the final objective of obtaining the designation of Protected Geographical Indication of the product in question. In this way, Chorizo\u00a0from\u00a0Le\u00f3n<\/strong> seals the quality of its product and certifies its traditional elaboration in accordance with the regulations.<\/p>\n

Other typical leonense sausages<\/h2>\n

Spanish sausages is a world to discover. There are many varieties of each product. Chorizo and cecina<\/strong> reign par excellence in Le\u00f3n.<\/p>\n

The Chorizo<\/strong> from\u00a0Le\u00f3n<\/strong>, traditionally, we consume it sweet, but there is also the spicy Chorizo de Le\u00f3n, exquisite and delicious with that spicy touch of the Paprika from La Vera.<\/p>\n

The Chorizo<\/strong>\u00a0from\u00a0Le\u00f3n<\/strong> Picante de Palcarsa is consolidated as one of the most outstanding products. It has a characteristic color and texture. Smoked and with an unmistakable aroma. It is a product highly valued by customers, both outside and within Spain.<\/p>\n

Smoked beef from Le\u00f3n<\/h3>\n

Cecina de Le\u00f3n<\/strong> is the best cecina in the world in all its quality guarantees. It is made in the province of Le\u00f3n with beef. Since 1994 it has been classified as a Protected Geographical Indication of the province of Le\u00f3n since the average altitude offers a dry and healthy climate, exceptional for its artisanal elaboration.<\/p>\n

Cecina de Le\u00f3n<\/strong> is not a sausage as it is not made inside a casing. It is a beef that has been salted. Colloquially it is known as cow ham, since it has many nuances in common with cured ham.<\/p>\n

It is a product rich in iron, phosphorus, calcium, potassium and sodium. In addition, it has a low amount of fat and presents a contribution of proteins of high biological value. This translates it to one of the most demanded products by athletes since it is considered a perfect food for diets.<\/p>\n

Buy the best Chorizo de Le\u00f3n online at Gastronomic Spain<\/h2>\n

Do you live abroad and do not know where to buy a good Chorizo<\/strong>\u00a0from\u00a0Le\u00f3n<\/strong> online and at a good price?<\/p>\n

Gastronomic Spain is your salvation.<\/p>\n

In our online store you can buy sweet Chorizo\u00a0from\u00a0Le\u00f3n and Chorizo de Le\u00f3n spicy, both variants. At an exceptional price, as well as its quality.<\/p>\n

But if you want other types of sausages, such as Iberico\u00a0ham or Leon jerky, discussed above, you can also find them in our catalog of more than 800 typical Spanish products.<\/p>\n

Forget searching in the supermarket because Gastronomic Spain offers you the best solution<\/a><\/span><\/strong>, the best Chorizo de Le\u00f3n direct to your home and with FREE shipping<\/strong> costs throughout Europe with orders over \u20ac 79.99.<\/p>\n

Best offer impossible!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Doubts about which Spansih chorizo to buy? At Gastronomic Spain we can help you. We know that there is a great variety, but if a typical Spanish sausage should be highlighted, it will be the Chorizo from Le\u00f3n, one of the chorizos with the distinctive \u2018\u2019 Guarantee Mark \u2019\u2019. Delve into the typical\u00a0Chorizo\u00a0from Le\u00f3n thanks […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":3448,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1274,1271],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-4637","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-charcuterie","category-spanish-chorizos"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gastronomicspain.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4637","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gastronomicspain.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gastronomicspain.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gastronomicspain.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gastronomicspain.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=4637"}],"version-history":[{"count":4,"href":"https:\/\/www.gastronomicspain.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4637\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":6150,"href":"https:\/\/www.gastronomicspain.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4637\/revisions\/6150"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gastronomicspain.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/3448"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gastronomicspain.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=4637"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gastronomicspain.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=4637"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gastronomicspain.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=4637"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}