{"product_id":"galician-salted-pork-head","title":"Galician Salted Pork Head","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGalician Salted Pork Head (\u003ci\u003eCachucha\u003c\/i\u003e or \u003ci\u003eCacheira\u003c\/i\u003e)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe salted pork head is one of the most flavorful and essential ingredients in the Galician pantry. Commonly known as \u003ci\u003eCachucha\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eCacheira\u003c\/i\u003e, or \u003ci\u003eCachola\u003c\/i\u003e, this piece provides the tenderness, collagen, and intense flavor that distinguishes a good Galician stew.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur pork head undergoes a process of \u003cb\u003etraditional salting and curing\u003c\/b\u003e that guarantees preservation, a firm texture, and a deep flavor that enhances any spoon dish. It includes highly valued parts such as the ear and snout, offering an unmatched variety of textures in every bite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003e✨ Quality Guarantee: Tradition and Texture\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy purchasing our \u003ci\u003eCachucha\u003c\/i\u003e, you acquire:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIntense and Authentic Flavor:\u003c\/b\u003e The curing and salting process provides a complex and very characteristic flavor, essential in the cuisine of the slaughter and the Galician Carnival.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSource of Collagen:\u003c\/b\u003e The head is a piece rich in collagen and gelatin, which not only makes it tender and juicy after cooking but also enriches the broth and is beneficial for joint health.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCulinary Versatility:\u003c\/b\u003e Although its natural destination is the Galician stew, the cachucha is ideal for flavoring the broth, accompanying lacón with grelos, or it can even be shredded for tapas and scrambled dishes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003e🧑‍🍳 Cooking Tips: The Key Step of Desalting\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe salted pork head requires prior preparation that is essential for achieving perfect results:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDesalting:\u003c\/b\u003e This is the crucial step. The head must be completely submerged in cold water in a large container for at least \u003cb\u003e48 hours before cooking\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWater Change:\u003c\/b\u003e It is mandatory to change the water at least \u003cb\u003eevery 12 or 24 hours\u003c\/b\u003e to ensure that excess salt is removed and it reaches the optimal point for cooking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCooking:\u003c\/b\u003e Once desalted, cook the head in clean and abundant water. Due to its thickness, it will require slow cooking, approximately \u003cb\u003e2 to 3 hours\u003c\/b\u003e, until the meat is very tender and easily separates from the bone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eTip:\u003c\/i\u003e You can cook it alongside other salted meats from the stew (lacón, ribs) and then use that broth to cook the grelos or potatoes, adding an unmistakable flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003e📦 Storage and Shipping\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePresentation:\u003c\/b\u003e Whole piece (or half piece, specify), salted and cured, with bone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e Average weight of the piece: 3kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eStorage:\u003c\/b\u003e Keep in a cool, dry place (ideally refrigerated) until desalting and subsequent cooking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Carnicería Frebas","offers":[{"title":"Media cabeza de cerdo salada","offer_id":56876479480152,"sku":"644::645","price":17.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Cabeza entera de cerdo salada","offer_id":56876479512920,"sku":"644::646","price":33.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0934\/0577\/4168\/files\/cabeza_de_cerdo_gallego_salada_9245cd1f-7ff4-4b96-bf91-77b342cf3533.png?v=1773142177","url":"https:\/\/www.singular.shop\/en-intl\/products\/galician-salted-pork-head","provider":"Singular Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}