Vacuum packed Iberian ham. does it have the same quality?
The Iberian Ham vacuum packaging, is increasingly, a common option in all homes, for his comfort and practicality. But, surely you have ever wondered, if it has the same quality as a ham that has been freshly cut from the piece. Good, we will tell you that it only has advantages, he food maintains all its texture and flavor, since, as there is no air there is no oxidation, and also the hygiene throughout the process is absolute.
You can keep the vacuum packed sachets abroad, for a few days, nothing will happen to him. But if you are not going to consume it in a long season, It's best to keep it in the fridge.. Yes indeed, Remember that just like the cheese that has been preserved in the fridge, you should let it “air out” before trying it, this is, let it equalize room temperature.
Another fact that you should know is that the Iberian ham vacuum packed does not have Date of Expiry, instead, if you have best before date. What does this mean?
- The Date of Expiry, It is the one indicated in perishable foods, likely to spoil in a limited time, because otherwise bacteria appear.
- The best before date, It is indicated in more durable products. In this case, If we go past the indicated date we will not find surprises. Also, in the case of Iberian ham, we are talking about a food that has been previously cured.
Knowing this, we can specify that the vacuum packed ham usually has a best before date, preserving all its organoleptic qualities, of some 6 months about. Although this will depend on the Pressure that has been used at the time of packaging. And is that, When you go to buy your vacuum-packed ham you can request that it be packed with more or less pressure. at more pressure, more conservation. Less pressure will mean almost immediate consumption.
We hope we have been useful, and as always:
