This meat is taken from from Barrosã cows, a native breed found in the districts of Viana do Castelo, Braga, and Vila Real on the Barroso plateau in northwestern Portugal, where they are raised mainly on family operated farms. Carne Barrosã is pink to dark red in color depending on the age of the animal.

The meat is succulent, tender, and delicate, which makes it perfect for grilling or roasting. It is also an irreplaceable ingredient in traditional regional dishes such as Assados or Estufados.

This meat is taken from cows raised in the Portuguese Azores. The cattle is raised using traditional methods in which they are allowed to graze on wild grasses, herbs, straw, and hay, which gives the meat its unique flavor. The beef is very juicy and succulent as it is highly marbled.

It is light pink to light red in color, smooth in texture, and has a unique, intense but well-balanced flavor. Carne dos Açores is best roasted or grilled, and it is an essential ingredient in many traditional Portuguese dishes. As this meat is quite flavorful in and of itself, it is usually prepared with as little seasoning as possible. 

The first mention of Mirandesa cattle dates back to the Middle Ages, when Portuguese King Dom Dinis described the presence of the Mirandesa breed in Tras-os-Montes in a document dated to 1286. This breed of cattle, which has long populated the lands near Mirando do Douro, is characterized by its large body and chestnut-colored coat. Carne Mirandesa beef is moist, tender, and succulent, and is pinkish in color with even marbling.

It is exceptionally popular in regional cuisine, and it is used in a variety of traditional recipes grilled or roasted and seasoned only with a pinch of salt to emphasize its unique flavor.

This meat is taken from Alentejana cows raised in the areas of Portalegre, Santarém, Lisbon, and Castelo Branco. These cows graze on hay, straw, and different types of wild herbs and grasses, all of which contribute to the meat's unique flavor.

It is bright pink to red in color, with some marbling, and it is very juicy and succulent. Carnalentejana can be used in a number of different ways, from soups and stews to roasts or fried dishes. It is used in many traditional Portuguese recipes, such as Bifes Alentejo. 

Ternera Asturiana is fresh beef from the Asturiana de Los Valles and Asturiana de la Montaña cows that are born, reared and fattened in the Principality of Asturias. Depending on the age of the animal at slaughter, two categories of this meat can be found on the market.

One category is Ternera meat from cattle slaughtered at a maximum of 12 months old and Añojo, from cattle slaughtered at between 12 and 18 months of age. Ternera Asturiana meat is valued for its superior flavor and tenderness.

Hailing from Italy, chianina is an ancient cattle breed that is distinguished by its large size, well-muscled body, hardiness, excellent maternal abilities, ease of calving, and high adaptability to various environmental conditions. The initial purpose of the breed was that of draught animals, and due to their remarkable appearance and bright ivory coat, the cattle commonly took part in ancient sacrificial ceremonies.

The breed then evolved into a dual purpose breed reared for both its meat and as a draught animal, while today, the main focus has been placed on beef production. Apart from Italy, pure-bred and cross-bred chianina are nowadays reared in other countries throughout Europe, in Ireland, Australia, the US, Canada, and, recently, South Africa.

This meat is taken from Arouquesan cows raised in the northern Portuguese municipalities of Viseu, Aveiro, Porto, and Braga. This high-quality meat is prized for its exquisite flavor and texture, and it even won two awards for best beef at the Paris Exhibition in 1878 and 1902.

It is bright pink to red in color and has a unique, intense flavor. It is incredibly succulent and juicy, yet firm and smooth at the same time. People from all over the world travel to the northern part of Aveiro to try this exquisite beef and other traditional Portuguese delicacies. 

This beef is obtained from Maronesa cattle, which are characterized by their short stature and typical black color. This breed of cattle is raised in the Portuguese districts of Vila Real and Braga using a mixed system of husbandry that takes place both in stables and in pastures.

The meat ranges from dark pink to dark red in colour depending on the age of the animal, and is is marbled through with ivory-colored fat. The meat has a unique and delicate flavor, and it is tender and succulent. It is commonly grilled or roasted on the spit, while diced Carne Maronesa is often used in traditional stews.

Ternera Gallega is veal of the indigenous Rubia Gallega and Morena Gallega breeds that are born, raised and slaughtered in Galicia. The meat that is sold under the yellow-labeled Ternera category comes from calves bred in small family farms fed on fodder of vegetable origin and cereals.

The meat sold under the pink certification label of the Suprema category comes from calves bred in traditional farming that are fed exclusively with their mother's milk until they are seven months old. Characterized by its light pink to pale red color and creamy light yellow fat that has, the meat of Ternera Gallega is exquisitely soft, succulent and flavorful.