{"id":5119,"date":"2024-05-22T10:02:59","date_gmt":"2024-05-22T08:02:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.charcuteriemaison.fr\/homemade-white-ham\/"},"modified":"2025-11-06T16:06:29","modified_gmt":"2025-11-06T15:06:29","slug":"homemade-white-ham","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.charcuteriemaison.fr\/en\/homemade-white-ham\/","title":{"rendered":"Homemade White Ham"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The ham<\/a>\u2014also known as white ham or cooked ham<\/a>\u2014is a cornerstone of French charcuterie<\/a>. Food lovers prize it for its tender texture, subtle flavor, and culinary versatility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Whether tucked into a sandwich, tossed into a salad, or served as a main course, white ham charms diners with its simple, authentic flavor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Origins of White Ham<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Like the Alsatian cervelas<\/a>, white ham is rooted in French culinary tradition and has been enjoyed for centuries. The classic preparation starts with brining a pork shoulder or leg, then gently cooking it until meltingly tender and full of flavor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This technique not only preserves the meat but also infuses it with a delicate, distinctive flavor. Over the years, cooks have refined the process, adding spices and herbs to deepen its taste.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Different Ways to Serve or Prepare White Ham<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Sandwiches and Croque-Monsieur<\/strong>: White ham is the star of the timeless ham-and-butter sandwich and pairs beautifully with cheese in a luscious croque-monsieur.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Salads<\/strong>: Cut into ribbons or cubes, white ham lends extra protein and flavor to composed salads like Ni\u00e7oise or Caesar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cooked Dishes<\/strong>: Fold white ham into quiches, gratins, or pasta for comforting, flavor-packed meals\u2014ham-and-cheese pasta is a perennial favorite.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Appetizers and Starters<\/strong>: Wrap spears of asparagus or wedges of melon in white ham for elegant, bite-sized nibbles at ap\u00e9ritif time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tips for Perfect Homemade White Ham<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Choose the Right Meat<\/strong>: Start with a high-quality cut\u2014pork shoulder, leg, or even a ham shank works wonderfully.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Master the Brine<\/strong>: Brining seasons and preserves the meat. Combine coarse salt and sugar in the right ratio, then add aromatics like thyme, bay leaves, and cloves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Respect the Brining Time<\/strong>: Let the ham rest in the chilled brine for at least three days so it can fully absorb the flavors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Control the Cooking<\/strong>: Cook low and slow\u2014maintain the poaching liquid at 80 \u00b0C and make sure the meat\u2019s core temperature stays below 66 \u00b0C.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Let It Rest<\/strong>: When the cooking\u2019s done, place the ham on a rack to cool, then refrigerate for 24 hours. The flavors will deepen and the texture will firm up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Recipe by R\u00e9my Bach<\/p>\n\n\n

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A mouth-watering homemade white ham that\u2019s perfect for any occasion.<\/span><\/div>\n\t\t
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Prep Time: <\/span>1 hour<\/span><\/span> hour<\/span> 10 minutes<\/span><\/span> minutes<\/span><\/span><\/div>
Cook Time: <\/span>2 hours<\/span><\/span> hours<\/span> 45 minutes<\/span><\/span> minutes<\/span><\/span><\/div>
Resting time: <\/span>5 days<\/span><\/span> days<\/span><\/span><\/div>
Total Time: <\/span>5 days<\/span><\/span> days<\/span> 3 hours<\/span><\/span> hours<\/span> 55 minutes<\/span><\/span> minutes<\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n
Course: <\/span>Ham<\/span><\/div>
Cuisine: <\/span>French<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n
Servings: <\/span>3<\/span> kg ham<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n\n