6 simple and elegant starters with Puente Robles cold meats.

Welcome to a culinary journey where simplicity and elegance merge to create original starters full of flavour. In this post, we will share with you the creation of delicious dishes where the main ingredient and the secret of their exquisite flavour lies in the meticulous selection of their main ingredients.

We are entering the world of Iberian sausages, but not ordinary ones; superior quality ones, made with 100% natural products to preserve all their authenticity and flavour. With such characteristics, they could not come from any other place than the splendid Dehesa Salmantina. We are talking about Puente Robles sausages, a brand that stands out for offering a wide variety of products that stand out for their quality and deep-rooted tradition.

Although the connection between the Dehesa Salmantina region and Puente Robles' exceptional cured meats is nothing new, every time we immerse ourselves in the combination of the rich history of this region with the commitment and top quality raw materials that the Puente Robles family brings to the table, we find ourselves in a unique culinary experience.

If you haven't had the chance to try our products yet, we invite you to visit our online shop. Or better still, wait until you find out about the original and quick ideas for starters that we bring you today, so you can decide which one to try first.

Join us in this post, where Puente Robles sausages are the real stars of the table, captivating all the senses. Get ready to discover how simplicity and quality can share the same space and create real delicacies!

Puente Robles Iberian cured meats platter: An essential basic.

In Spain, it is hard to imagine an event without a variety of charcuterie platters. It can be said that they are a way of reflecting the quality of our land. Reflecting the hallmark of our gastronomy, in which the prestigious 100% purebred Iberian ham and the diversity of cheeses produced are the true protagonists.

However, if you really want to stand out, whether at a big celebration or simply at a family meal, don't settle for the ordinary. Always choose quality products, choose Ibéricos Puente Robles. A family business that, after more than 30 years of experience, we continue to work today with the same dedication and dedication as the first day. As unequivocal proof, the authentic flavour of our hams, sausages and local products.

Given this, there is no need to give any more reasons why you should opt for our thin slices of Iberian ham, meticulously sliced by the expert hands of a master slicer, our Iberian pork loin, the award-winning slices of salchichón and chorizo, considered "the best in the world in 2023", or the extensive variety of cheeses that satisfy all tastes. These elements form the essence of a charcuterie board that will be the epicentre of the numerous conversations and hands of the guests.

To complete this symphony of flavours, don't forget the accompaniments. Breadsticks, nuts for that crunchy touch, dried fruits for a touch of sweetness and, of course, a selection of assorted jams and local honey, to achieve the perfect balance with the intensity of the cheeses.

 So, if you are looking to create the perfect charcuterie board and transform your event into a truly memorable day, we invite you to follow the steps we shared a few days ago in our post.

Croquettes of 100% Puente Robles Iberian acorn-fed ham and blue cheese.

And from an essential to a classic of Spanish gastronomy: croquettes.

In the wide and delicious palette of Spanish gastronomy, croquettes occupy one of the top positions, becoming the star appetiser in every bar and the starter that always triumphs at any gathering. We don't know if this great success is due to their great versatility of ingredients, to their simple preparation or to the crunchy texture that characterises them, but what we have no doubt about is that these little balls always become the star wherever they go.

On this occasion, to enhance its charm even more, we wanted to try to combine two spectacular ingredients separately and see what happened. The result? A spectacle that is impossible to define! And what could we expect if we fused the incomparable 100% Puente Robles acorn-fed Iberian ham with the creaminess and intense flavour of blue cheese. This incredible combination wrapped in a golden and crunchy layer, is an authentic symphony of flavours that will activate each of your taste buds.

Give it a try! We assure you that on the kids' and adults' tables alike, there won't be a trace of these crunchy little balls left on the table.

A vibrant combination that turns simple croquettes into a gourmet snack!

Puff pastry cones with 100% Iberian acorn-fed pork loin and Ricotta.

Now we are moving on to more original and eye-catching starters, which, despite requiring a little more preparation, are simple and quick to prepare, look great in the centre of the table and transcend the ordinary.

The undisputed star of this creation is our 100% Iberian acorn-fed pork loin, a product made from the most exquisite part of the pig's ileospinal muscle. This loin, practically free of external fat, is subjected to a process of salting, marinating and stuffing in natural or fibran gut, followed by a six-month curing process that gives it that unmistakable and characteristic Iberian flavour.

Accompanying this prodigious tenderloin is the seductively smooth and creamy texture of the Ricotta cheese, which intertwines perfectly with the intensity of the tenderloin cubes. This heavenly mixture becomes the filling for crispy puff pastry cones, resulting in a starter that is not only a delight to the palate, but also a very elegant and original starter that invites to be enjoyed in an easy way both at a cocktail party and at a large banquet.

Tartar of 100% Iberian acorn-fed ham, melon and tomato.

Continuing along the same lines as the previous recipe, we bring you this tartar. A gourmet option, easy to prepare and very present in today's events.

The key to this delight lies in the meticulous choice of the highest quality ingredients: tender, juicy and presented in fine cubes. At Puente Robles, we offer you the possibility of acquiring our hams already sliced, ensuring thin, transparent slices that will give your Tartar a touch of distinction, as if it had just come out of a Michelin-starred kitchen.

Within the vast world of Tartar, we find different options, vegan, vegetarian, seafood or meat, are just some of the most popular. But we wanted to make a fusion of all of them where our Puente Robles Iberian ham is the undisputed protagonist.

The result is a starter that will amaze all diners. A unique blend of flavours and textures achieved by combining the softness of our tender Iberian ham, with the freshness of the ham and the acidity of the tomato combining in each mouthful.

An explosion of freshness and flavour that will delight even the most demanding palates. Discover the difference that our Puente Robles quality brings to recipes as innovative as this one.

And to conclude, here are two ideas that are very simple to prepare, but very useful when we don't know what to surprise our guests with.

Canapés of the best chorizo in the world 2023 and quail egg.

In the kitchen, as in life, sometimes the most extraordinary things and what guarantees a guaranteed success are found in simplicity. For this reason, in our post we could not forget the quick and easy option of "a piece of bread with something". But, speaking of Puente Robles, that "something" could not be just anything, it had to be a quality product. And so much so, that the star of this starter is none other than an award-winning product, our acorn-fed chorizo cular de bellota. It is characterised by its delicate texture and intense, unequalled flavour, which is the result of its production process. A raw material obtained from Iberian pigs fed in a 100% natural way and raised freely in the fields of the Arribes del Duero and our own Dehesa Salmantina.

As you can see, the greatness of this starter lies in the quality of the chorizo combined with the ease of preparation, making it a practical solution both for a casual weeknight or as a more formal appetizer accompanied by a glass of red wine that enhances the enjoyment to the maximum.

Avocado toast with a thin slice of Puente Robles Iberian ham and poached egg.

And we end this gastronomic post in style, with some delicious avocado toast that is so fashionable on social networks. And I'm sure there isn't a day that goes by when you go on any social network and you don't find that fashionable celebrity sharing their delicious slice of bread with a creamy layer of avocado on top and a perfect fried egg, am I right?

But, let's leave these celebrities aside and let's go with what is really famous, Puente Robles products and especially its juicy Iberian ham 100% Raza Iberica.

Do you want to prepare these delicious toasts and join the group of avocado lovers? It's very simple, with the 100% Raza Ibérica acorn-fed ham packets available on the Puente Robles website you will always have thin slices of ham ready to place on top of your mashed avocado.

Now that's what it means to be a good influencer! If you share the final result, you will become the envy of all your followers. The quality of a good ham can be appreciated even through a screen. Every bite will transport you to the tradition and authentic flavour of Iberian gastronomy.

And for even greater enjoyment, remove the slices of ham that you are going to eat from the packaging and leave them at room temperature for half an hour. And as a finishing touch, poach an egg and place it on top as a finishing touch with a little pepper.

Now you're ready to make some starters that will turn heads (and hands) wherever you are. Which one are you going to start with?

Simple, nutritious and with all the flavour of Iberian excellence!