Bacon primarily comes from the pork belly of a pig, which is the fatty underside of the animal. This cut is known for its distinctive layers of fat and meat that give bacon its characteristic flavor and texture when cooked
. There are other types of bacon that come from different parts of the pig, such as:
- Back bacon , which comes from the pork loin on the pig's back.
- Cottage bacon , from the shoulder.
- Canadian bacon , also made from the loin.
- Jowl bacon , from the pig's jowl (cheek area)
But the most common and classic bacon, especially American-style bacon, is made from the pork belly. This cut is cured (with salt, sugar, and sometimes smoked) to become the bacon familiar in many cuisines
