100% Milk-fed Suckling Lamb
Lamb production is deeply intertwined with Spain’s agricultural heritage and regional gastronomy. Moralejo is based in Zamora, a province of Castilla y Leon, Spain’s largest region for lamb production, especially renowned for milk-fed suckling lamb, known as Lechal.
Moralejo Lechal
Delicate, mild flavor with little fat
Moralejo collaborates with over 6,000 livestock farmers throughout Spain. Lambs are weaned at about 6 weeks then moved to farms where they are raised to the highest EU standards of animal welfare. A controlled diet of dry cereals, including wheat, corn and soy, produces pink coloring, enhanced tenderness, and mild flavor. The lambs reach optimal weight for harvesting at 3-5 months, younger than most lamb produced in other countries.
Lechal Asado: An Iconic Regional Dish
Merino sheep are historically known for their wool, but are also prized for their lean, mild-flavored meat. Lamb production in Spain dates to pre-Roman times and is deeply intertwined with the country’s agricultural heritage and regional gastronomy.
Moralejo: Spain’s Best Lamb Producer
Founded in 2005 by the brothers Enrique and Mario Oliveira, Moralejo has evolved from a small butcher stall in the Zamora market into one of Europe's most advanced lamb processing facilities. Moralejo’s two plants, located in the rural heart of Zamora, are equipped with the most innovative technology in the sector to ensure maximum quality, safety and efficiency in every process.
The company’s careful attention to detail and forward thinking shows in every step of the process, from their farmers’ generational knowledge of breeding and animal husbandry to the skilled butchery at their state-of-the-art facilities.
Available Cuts
Featured Cuts
Shoulder
Leg
- Legs (1-1.5 lbs.)
- Whole (8-15 lbs.)
- Shoulder (1-1.5 lbs.)
- Fore Quarter
