Ham Without a Ham Maker
Description
A delicious appetizer for any gathering. I want to tell you,
Instructions
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Step 1
1. Wash the meat and pat it dry. In a large pot, combine the water, salt, sugar, and spices. Bring to a boil, remove from the heat, and let cool to room temperature.
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Step 2
2. Place the meat in a large container and pour the marinade over it.
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Step 3
3. Put it in the refrigerator for a week. Yes, yes, for exactly that long. The original recipe recommended keeping the meat for 12–14 days, but I think a week will be quite enough. You can place a weight on top so the pork stays submerged in the marinade at all times.
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Step 4
4. That’s it—the meat has marinated properly. Take it out and pat it dry with a paper towel. Now you can put it in a pot of water and cook at 80°C (it’s very important to keep the temperature steady!).
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Step 5
5. Or else place it in a smoker if you have one on hand.
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Step 6
6. What you get in the end is simply beyond words. An incredibly rich flavor and aroma—the ham literally melts in your mouth. Really great—I recommend it!