Basque Region Ibaiama Pork Chop | Truly Free Range, Slow-Grown & Distinctively Rich

Our Basque Region Ibaïama Pork Chop is our rarest and most distinctive pork offering at TJB. Raised exclusively in the rolling green hills of the Basque Country by the Mayté family and a select group of dedicated farmers, this pork is the product of generations of expertise and a unique local climate — fresh Atlantic breeze combined with clean Pyrenean mountain air.

The Ibaïama pig has a long history — only three farms in the Basque region are certified to rear these animals under the Ibaïama label, ensuring every pig benefits from traditional husbandry and a slow-growing approach. The pigs are at least one year old before slaughter and always weigh more than 180kg, compared to the 5 months and 90kg of a standard pig. This size and age yields meat with a real depth of flavour, melting tenderness and a smooth-grained texture marbled throughout.

Dry-aged in-house by our expert butchers, this pork has an outstanding smooth grain, a tender bite and a distinctive, savoury richness.

Why You'll Love It

🔥 Slow-Grown for Superior Flavour – Matured for at least a year for distinctive flavour and natural marbling far beyond standard pork.
🥩 Carefully Dry-Aged – Aged in-house for up to 21 days to refine texture and enrich flavour.
🌿 Traditional & Regional Heritage – Sourced exclusively from three certified Basque farms under the Ibaïama label, truly free range with ethics at the forefront.

A Cut Above the Rest

This is pork for those who appreciate tradition and quality in equal measure. The combination of age, natural diet, ethical animal husbandry and expert dry-ageing results in pork that is both flavourful and delicately textured — a showcase of the Basque region's exceptional craft. Also explore our Ibaïama Pork Belly for a slow-cook cut from the same exceptional pigs, or the Ibaïama Pork Sausage for everyday Basque pork.

Please note: due to seasonal supply we may occasionally send frozen chops. These should be frozen on arrival or thawed and used that day. If slightly thawed on arrival this is perfectly normal — freeze immediately.

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Order before 11am Tuesday to Friday for next-day delivery across the UK. Vacuum-packed and shipped in insulated packaging with ice packs.

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