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Nutritional Values
250kcal
28gProtein
10gCarbs
12gFat
1gFibre
150 gServing
* Per serving · 150 g. May vary.
York Ham
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York Ham — [york ham]
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I'll have the York ham, please.
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A dry-cured ham from York, often served with Madeira sauce.
Why try it?
York ham is a testament to the rich culinary craft of the region, prized for its unique texture and flavor imparted by traditional curing methods.
How it tastes
Delicately salty with a firm yet tender texture, York ham pairs beautifully with sweeter sauces like madeira, offering an elegant appetizer or main.
Origin & History — first documented: 1850
Dating back to the 19th century, York ham was developed as a high-quality cured meat product distinguished by its use of salt and dry storage methods, making it renowned across England.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🥩 500 g York ham
- 🍷 250 ml Madeira wine
- 🥛 50 g butter
- 🌾 20 g flour
- 🧂 1/2 tsp cloves
Method
- 1 Soak ham in water to reduce saltiness.
- 2 Simmer ham until tender; remove and keep warm.
- 3 Melt butter, add flour and stir in Madeira for sauce.
- 4 Serve slices of ham with the sauce drizzled over.
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