Homemade Parma Ham
Description
Perfect for the table and with drinks. To make Parma ham at home, you will need one medium-sized ham (hind leg). The product is easy to prepare, but it takes time. You will need a lot of salt only. The box can be made of any wood; the main thing is that the ham fits inside. Serve the appetizer at the table.
Instructions
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Step 1
The ham weighs about 4.5 kg, so you need a lot of salt.
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Step 2
Spread salt on the bottom of the box, coat the ham thoroughly with it, then cover it completely with salt.
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Step 3
Close the box and press it down from above with a brick. Let it stand for 3 days.
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Step 4
Although it can sit for up to two weeks. Then shake the salt off the ham and hang it cut side down. It should hang for about 3 months (at minimum) in a dark, well-ventilated room.
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Step 5
After many long months of waiting, you can try amazingly delicious Parma ham at home. Slice very thinly.