Aragón baby lamb

TERNASCO DE ARAGON

Ternasco de Aragon

In the Aragon region of Spain, the term "ternasco" refers to Aragonese plain breed lambs that have been raised according to traditional practices. These lambs are known for their tender and flavourful meat. The Aragonese breed is a native breed of the region and has adapted to the climatic and geographical conditions of Aragon over the years.

The Aragonese plain breed is a native Spanish sheep breed that is raised mainly in Aragon and is used for the production of lamb meat. These lambs are fed with natural grass from the region and raised according to traditional methods. The "ternasco de Aragón" is known for being a high quality meat, and its name is protected by the designation of origin, which means that only lambs raised in the Aragon region can bear that name.

The "Ternasco de Aragón" is a designation of origin that refers to suckling lambs born, raised and slaughtered in the Autonomous Community of Aragon, in Spain. These lambs are known for their specific characteristics that distinguish them in terms of quality and flavour. Some of the most outstanding characteristics of the Ternasco de Aragón are:

Age and weight: These are suckling lambs, which means that they are slaughtered before 90 days of age, when their weight ranges between 8 and 12 kilograms. This young age and weight contribute to its characteristic texture and flavor.

Diet: The Ternascos de Aragón feed mainly on mother's milk and natural grasses in the fields of the region. The combination of a balanced diet and the natural environment contributes to the quality of the meat.

Breed: The most common breed for the production of Ternasco de Aragón is the native breed Ojinegra of Teruel, although other breeds native to the region can also be used.

Gastronomic Properties

Protected Denomination of Origin Certification (DOP): Ternasco de Aragón has the Protected Denomination of Origin certification, which guarantees its origin and quality. This certification ensures that the lambs have been raised and slaughtered according to the standards established by the DOP.

Flavour and texture: The meat of Ternasco de Aragón is characterized by being tender, juicy and tasty. The combination of early slaughter age and natural feeding contributes to these qualities.

Culinary preparation: It is a versatile meat that can be prepared in various ways, whether roasted, grilled, stewed or boiled. The versatility of the meat allows for a wide variety of traditional dishes from the region.

These characteristics make Ternasco de Aragón a distinctive and appreciated culinary product in local and international gastronomy.

All our lambs come from grazing livestock farms in the Castilla la Mancha area, with the Protected Geographical Indication certification from the Regulatory Council, which guarantees the breed, quality and nutrition of the livestock. In the case of Ternasco de Aragón, we supply meat from pastured cattle from breeds approved and certified by the IGP Ternasco de Aragón that guarantee the certification standards.