Iberian Ham Croquette with a thin layer of acorn-fed pork belly (Croqueta de Jamon y velo de panceta de bellota)

Name: Restaurante Pelayo Gastro Trinquet
Address: C/ de Pelai, 6, Extramurs, 46007 València, Valencia, Spain, València, ES

Iberian ham croquette with a slice of acorn-fed pork belly

The tapas dictionary

Bellota: Bellota refers to the acorn, the fruit of the holm oak tree. It is a fundamental food for Iberian pigs raised freely in the dehesa ecosystem. The consumption of these acorns by the pigs gives its name to certain high-quality cured products.
Croquette: A croquette is a fried fritter, typically made with a béchamel sauce and finely chopped ingredients such as ham, chicken, or cod. It is usually served as a tapa or appetizer, often with a drink. Its origins trace back to France, but it has become extremely popular in Spain.