{"product_id":"free-range-smoked-gammon-joint","title":"Cornish Outdoor-Reared Boneless and Rolled Smoked Gammon Joint | 1-5kg","description":"\u003ch4\u003eCornish Herd Outdoor-Reared  Boneless and Rolled Smoked Gammon Joint \u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA traditionally cured gammon with the bone removed for easy carving. The process is completed by smoking over beech dust for a wonderful flavour. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eRich, robust, and savoury with a distinct smoky, oaky aroma. The smoke cuts through the richness of the fat, giving it a deeper pub-roast depth of flavour. Just perfect for home cooked hams these can be boiled or roasted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable in weights 1 – 6 kg\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhy Choose Primrose Herd Pork?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAward Winning Pork\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTraditional Cornish Butchery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Expertly prepared by hand to order.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutdoor Reared:\u003c\/strong\u003e High welfare standards for superior meat texture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRich Natural Flavour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perfect for roasting, searing, or slow cooking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChilled Delivery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Eco-friendly vacuum packaging delivered directly to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1-6kg\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePackaging:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vacuum-sealed, chilled\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cornwall, UK (Primrose Herd)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep refrigerated below 4°C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDelivery: \u003c\/strong\u003eDelivery to Mainland UK only (excluding NI). Shipped via express delivery in high-quality packaging and insulation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e👨🍳 Chef’s Tip: Master the Perfect Smoked Gammon Joint\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eSmoked gammon brings a deep, oaky richness to the table, but because the smoking process can concentrate the salt, extra care is needed. The secrets to a perfect roast smoked gammon are \u003cb\u003ea cold-water soak to tame the salt, gently poaching in sweet apple cider to balance the smoke, and roasting under a sticky, caramelised glaze\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"attachment-container search-images\"\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e1. Soak Overnight to Tame the Salt \u0026amp; Smoke\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmoked gammon joints carry a stronger salt profile than unsmoked ones. Submerge the raw joint in a deep bowl of cold water in the fridge for \u003cb\u003eat least 8 to 12 hours\u003c\/b\u003e (changing the water once or twice). This tempers the harshness of the salt while leaving all the wonderful wood-smoke depth intact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e2. Poach Low-and-Slow in Sweet Cider\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause smoke pairs naturally with sweet fruits, simmer your gammon in apple cider rather than plain water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace the soaked joint in a large pot and cover with 1 litre of dry apple cider topped up with water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd an orange cut in half, 2 star anise, a cinnamon stick, and a bay leaf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCover and simmer gently (never boil vigorously, which toughens cured muscle) for \u003cb\u003e20 minutes per 500g\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e3. Strip the Rind \u0026amp; Score the Fat\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLift the joint out of the liquid and cool for 10 minutes. Use a sharp paring knife to peel away the tough outer skin (rind), leaving a neat 5mm layer of fat over the meat. Score the fat layer diagonally in a diamond pattern, taking care not to cut into the meat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e4. Apply a Sweet \u0026amp; Punchy Glaze\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmoke needs a strong, sweet counterpart. Mix together \u003cb\u003e3 tbsp dark brown sugar\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003e2 tbsp honey\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003e1 tbsp whole-grain mustard\u003c\/b\u003e, and a splash of \u003cb\u003eorange juice\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePreheat your oven to \u003cb\u003e200°C (Fan 180°C \/ Gas Mark 6)\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrush half the glaze over the scored fat and place the joint in a roasting tin lined with baking parchment (to prevent burnt sugar sticking to the tin).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e5. Roast \u0026amp; Caramelise (20–25 Minutes)\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoast for \u003cb\u003e20 to 25 minutes\u003c\/b\u003e, brushing with the remaining glaze halfway through. The sugar will bubble and fuse with the rendered smoked fat, creating a glossy, dark mahogany crust.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e6. Rest Before Carving\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLet the joint \u003cb\u003erest for 15 to 20 minutes\u003c\/b\u003e on a warm carving board before slicing. This allows the hot juices to settle so each slice stays exceptionally moist and holds its glazed edge.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Primrose Herd","offers":[{"title":"1kg","offer_id":50250384867618,"sku":null,"price":21.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"1.5kg","offer_id":51746109292834,"sku":null,"price":31.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"2kg","offer_id":51746109325602,"sku":null,"price":42.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"2.5kg","offer_id":51746109358370,"sku":null,"price":52.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"3kg","offer_id":51746109391138,"sku":null,"price":63.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"4kg","offer_id":51746109423906,"sku":null,"price":84.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"5kg","offer_id":51746109456674,"sku":null,"price":105.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"6kg","offer_id":51746109489442,"sku":null,"price":126.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/9334\/6850\/files\/GammonJoint_4132505fd542593d_575a020e-d8a9-49e9-bfd7-abb8e5996ad6.webp?v=1771916284","url":"https:\/\/shopartisanboxhits.com\/products\/free-range-smoked-gammon-joint","provider":"ArtisanBox","version":"1.0","type":"link"}