List of hams
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List of Hams[edit | edit source]
The following is a list of notable hams from around the world. Hams are pork products that have been preserved through salting, smoking, or wet curing. They are a staple in many cuisines and are enjoyed for their rich, savory flavor.
United States[edit | edit source]
- Country Ham: A variety of ham that is typically smoked and dry-cured. It is known for its strong, salty flavor.
- Smithfield Ham: A type of country ham that is produced in the town of Smithfield, Virginia. It is a protected designation of origin product.
Italy[edit | edit source]
- Prosciutto: An Italian dry-cured ham that is usually thinly sliced and served uncooked.
- Speck: A type of Italian ham that is smoked and cured. It is typically cut into thin slices and served with bread or cheese.
Spain[edit | edit source]
- Jamon Serrano: A type of dry-cured Spanish ham. It is typically served in thin slices.
- Jamon Iberico: A high-quality Spanish ham made from black Iberian pigs. It is known for its rich, nutty flavor and melt-in-your-mouth texture.
France[edit | edit source]
- Jambon de Bayonne: A type of dry-cured ham from the Basque region of France. It is known for its mild, slightly sweet flavor.
- Jambon de Paris: A type of wet-cured ham from Paris. It is typically boiled and has a mild flavor.
Germany[edit | edit source]
- Black Forest Ham: A variety of smoked ham from the Black Forest region of Germany. It is known for its distinctive dark color and rich flavor.
- Westphalian Ham: A type of smoked ham from the Westphalia region of Germany. It is known for its strong, smoky flavor.
Other Countries[edit | edit source]
- York Ham (United Kingdom): A type of dry-cured ham from York, England. It is known for its mild, slightly salty flavor.
- Jinhua Ham (China): A type of dry-cured ham from Jinhua, China. It is known for its rich, umami flavor.
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