Tag: Mallorcan sobrasada

Tap de Cortí
Gastronomy

Tap de Cortí: Mallorca’s most iconic pepper variety

Did you know that one of the key ingredients behind the distinctive colour and flavour of Mallorcan sobrasada is a unique pepper native to Mallorca? Tap de Cortí is a traditional Mallorcan pepper variety used to produce a sweet paprika with an intense red colour, delicate aroma and slightly sweet flavour. Discover the story of Tap de Cortí, how this traditional Mallorca paprika is produced and why it remains one of the most important ingredients in Mallorcan cuisine and authentic sobrasada.

Types of sobrasada
Gastronomy Mallorca products

Types of sobrasada

Did you know that there are several different types of sobrasada? Although they are all made from the same traditional mixture of pork, paprika and salt, Sobrasada de Mallorca comes in a surprising variety of shapes and sizes, each with its own curing time and characteristics. From the thin longaniza and the popular rizada to the unusual bufeta, pultrú and impressive bisbe, discover the different types of authentic Mallorcan sobrasada and learn how the size and thickness of each variety affect its curing process, texture and flavour. A fascinating guide to one of Mallorca’s most iconic traditional products.

Ways to enjoy sobrasada
Gastronomy

Ways to enjoy sobrasada

Think sobrasada is only for spreading on bread? Think again! This iconic Mallorcan sausage is far more versatile than you might expect, adding its rich, distinctive flavour to eggs, potato omelettes, croquettes, pasta, squid and rice dishes. Discover delicious ways to eat Sobrasada de Mallorca, from simple traditional recipes to more creative dishes, and find inspiration for bringing an authentic taste of Mallorca to your kitchen.

Coca de albaricoque
Gastronomy

Apricot cake

Discover the traditional Mallorcan apricot cake, a deliciously light and fluffy dessert made with ripe, juicy apricots and, optionally, Mallorca’s famous sobrasada. This authentic Mallorcan recipe brings together the sweetness of seasonal fruit and the distinctive flavour of sobrasada in a surprisingly delicious combination. Learn how to make coca de albaricoque at home and discover the Mallorcan tradition behind this much-loved dessert.

Sobrasada Pied-noir
Traditions and customs

Sobrasada Pied-noir

What is the connection between Mallorcan sobrasada and the Pied-noir community of Algeria? The fascinating story of Sobrasada Pied-noir takes us from Mallorca and the Balearic Islands to Algeria and southern France. Balearic emigrants brought their culinary traditions with them, helping to establish sobrasada in Algeria, where it was even adapted using lamb instead of pork. Discover the history of Sobrasada Pied-noir, how this unique version developed and the surprising cultural journey that made sobrasada an enduring link between Mallorca, Algeria and France.

The origin of sobrasada
Gastronomy

The origin of sobrasada

What is the story behind Mallorca’s famous sobrasada? This distinctive Mallorcan cured sausage has a fascinating history rooted in the island’s traditional methods of preserving pork. Discover how sobrasada evolved in Mallorca, when paprika became one of its defining ingredients and how this traditional sausage went from being a way of preserving meat to becoming an iconic part of Mallorcan cuisine. Explore the origins and history of Sobrasada de Mallorca and discover why it remains one of the island’s most celebrated local products.

Jaume Munar maestro de la sobrasada
Gastronomy

Jaume Munar, a master of sobrasada

Meet Jaume Munar, a master craftsman dedicated to preserving the tradition of authentic Mallorcan sobrasada. From a family business founded in 1942, Jaume continues a generations-old tradition of producing one of Mallorca’s most iconic cured meats. Discover the story behind Munar’s artisan sobrasada, their renowned Sobrasada de Porc Negre and the passion for quality and tradition that has made this family business a reference in Mallorcan gastronomy.

The pig slaughter in Mallorca
Traditions and customs

Pig slaughter in Mallorca

Discover the traditional pig slaughter in Mallorca, known locally as matances, a deeply rooted custom that has brought Mallorcan families and communities together for generations. Traditionally held during the winter, this important rural tradition was a time for family gatherings and for preparing meat and cured specialities for the year ahead. Discover how matances were celebrated and learn about the traditional Mallorcan products made from the pig, including sobrasada, botifarrons, llonganisses and camaiot.

Cómo conservar la sobrasada
Gastronomy

How to store sobrasada

How should you store sobrasada to preserve its flavour and quality? Discover how to properly store authentic Sobrasada de Mallorca, from traditional pantry storage to vacuum-packed sobrasada and refrigeration. Learn about the ideal temperature and humidity, how to store sobrasada once opened, and the simple tips that will help you enjoy this iconic Mallorcan cured sausage at its best.