The Porc Negre is Mallorca’s native black pig breed and an essential part of the island’s rural and culinary heritage. Its origins date back thousands of years, and over centuries this distinctive breed adapted to Mallorca’s climate, landscape and natural resources. Discover the fascinating history of the Porc Negre, its unique characteristics, its role in traditional Mallorcan farming and how this remarkable native breed is being preserved and recovered today.
Porc Negre is Mallorca’s native black pig breed, renowned for the quality, flavour and distinctive character of its meat. Its fat has a high proportion of unsaturated fatty acids, including oleic acid, one of the characteristics that has attracted interest in its nutritional profile. Discover the story of Mallorca’s black pig, its role in the island’s traditional cuisine and why it is so closely associated with iconic products such as Sobrassada de Mallorca and ensaimada.
Discover the Mallorcan Black Pig, a unique native breed that has been part of Mallorca’s rural and gastronomic heritage for centuries. Known locally as Porc Negre Mallorquí, this distinctive black pig is closely linked to the island’s traditional farming practices and to iconic products such as Mallorcan sobrasada. Learn about its history, distinctive characteristics and the importance of preserving this native Mallorcan breed for future generations.