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Honey-glazed gammon, also called ham, on a wooden cutting board.

The BEST Honey Glazed Gammon

Honey glazed gammon! Slow-cooked in cider and spices, then oven-finished for a perfect glaze. It's a foolproof recipe that promises to impress at any meal.
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Course: Easy Dinner
Cuisine: American/ British
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 5 hours
Total Time: 5 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings
Author: Deborah Rainford

Ingredients

  • 1 kg 2.2 lbs smoked gammon
  • 300 ml about 1.25 cups apple cider, or apple juice as a non-alcoholic option
  • 2 star anise
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 6 cloves

For the Glaze:

  • 100 ml 3.5 oz honey
  • 1 teaspoon butter
  • 1 sprig of rosemary, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  • Remove the gammon from its packaging, cutting away the plastic wrap with scissors. Use a small sharp knife to score a diamond pattern through the top of the gammon without cutting all the way through. Place the gammon in the slow cooker and pour the cider or juice over it.
  • Add the star anise, cinnamon stick, bay leaves, and cloves to the slow cooker. Cover and set to cook on low or medium. Cook for 5 hours on medium. Refer to the notes for alternative cooking times.
  • To prepare the glaze, melt the honey and butter together in a small saucepan, stirring in the chopped rosemary if desired. Preheat the oven to 180°C (356°F).
  • After cooking, transfer the gammon to a baking tray. Brush or drizzle half of the glaze over the ham. Bake for 10 minutes, then apply the remaining glaze and return to the oven for another 5 minutes.
  • Let the gammon rest for 10 minutes before carving.
  • Serve with roast potatoes and your choice of vegetables.

Notes

  • Cooking Times:
    • Low: 6-8 hours for a more tender texture.
    • Medium: 5-6 hours for a standard cook.
    • High: 4-5 hours if you're short on time.
    • For Pulled Pork style Gammon: Extend the cooking by an extra hour on low to easily pull the ham apart, perfect for a pulled pork-style texture.
  • Glazing Tip: Glazing in two stages allows the first layer to set and the second to add extra flavour and shine.
  • Resting: Allowing the gammon to rest before carving is crucial for retaining its juices, ensuring the meat stays moist and flavorful.
  • Serving Suggestion: Complement the gammon with roast potatoes and a variety of vegetables for the perfect dinner.
  • Alternative Flavours: Feel free to experiment with the glaze by adding different herbs or spices according to your taste preferences.

Nutrition

Calories: 724kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 54g | Fat: 42g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 20g | Cholesterol: 155mg | Sodium: 2974mg | Potassium: 820mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 28g | Vitamin A: 11IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 41mg | Iron: 3mg
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