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The Sobrasada spread is undoubtedly one of the most popular dishes from Majorca and, with the Majorcan Ensaimada one of the favourite food customs of the islanders.
Sobrasada is one of the treasures of the cultural identity of the island and also an exemplary case of the modern persistence of a product of traditional craftsmanship, which holds one of a few industries related to agriculture, with a strong outreach.
The Majorcan Sobrasada is a cured sausage made of pork and seasoned with paprika, giving it its distinctive red colour and due to the finely chopped meat, making the sausage have a fine and creamy consistency.
The Majorcan Sobrasada is not only part of the traditional cuisine of the island, but is also a part of the cuisine of many families in other areas. Its taste, aroma and texture is highly prized by gourmets, who integrate the Sobrasada in an innovative and creative manner in their recipes.
The incorporation of Sobrasada in the daily diet of many consumers shows that it is alive in our culinary culture.
The company Francisco Tejedor García SA "El Zagal" began the production of the typical island sausage Sobrasada in 1905. Since then, the family Tejedor has continued with the production of their product, most recently under the trademarked name of "Sobrasada de Mallorca".
During the visit of the company, the representative of Aurin & Partner could see the broad product range. Ranging from the traditional sausages, including the Sobrasada of the "black pork", as well as the product canned or sliced, for easy storage and practical use.
For further information, visit the following website: www.elzagal.com
