Air Fryer Gammon
User Reviews
4.8
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
50 mins
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Additional Time
10 mins
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Total Time
1 hr 5 mins
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Servings
5
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Calories
1208 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
British
Air Fryer Gammon
Description
To prepare the Air Fryer Gammon, the meat is brought to room temperature and wrapped completely in foil to preserve juices during cooking. The air fryer is preheated then used to cook the foil-wrapped joint for 40 minutes at 170°C. Doneness is confirmed with an instant-read thermometer showing 62°C in the thickest part of the joint. Cooking times vary with weight and air fryer model, so temperature checking is essential for best results.
A glaze is made by simmering redcurrant jelly, wholegrain mustard, and cranberry juice until syrupy. After the gammon is cooked, the foil is peeled back, the rind removed, and the glaze applied for additional flavor. The air fryer method provides a convenient way to cook gammon without oven heating, producing tender, flavorful ham.
Leftovers can be reused in dishes such as pea and ham soup. The notes advise careful temperature monitoring and that the internal temperature will continue to rise slightly after removing from heat. Cooking times suggested are approximate and should be adjusted for joint size and appliance performance.
Ingredients
- 900 g gammon 2 pounds joint
For the glaze
- 4 tbsp redcurrant jelly or smooth cranberry sauce
- 1 tbsp wholegrain mustard
- 3 tbsp cranberry juice or orange juice
Instructions
- Take the gammon out of the fridge and bring it back to room temperature before cooking.
- Cut two large pieces of foil and place them in a cross shape on your countertop. Place the gammon in the middle and wrap with the foil until it is completely covered.
- Preheat the Air Fryer for 5 minutes at 170°C (340°F). Place the foil covered gammon in the air fryer basket. Cook for 40 minutes.
- The gammon is cooked when an instant read thermometer inserted into the thickest part reads 62 °C (145 °F). The temperature will rise a bit further when you add the glaze.
- The ham should be easy to pierce with a knife (or the thermometer probe). If it is not cooked yet then continue to cook (covered) until it reaches the right temperature.
- Prepare the glaze. Put all the ingredients in a saucepan, bring to a simmer and cook for a few minutes until the glaze reduces and becomes syrupy. Set aside.
- Take the gammon out of the fryer. Peel back the foil and use a knife to remove the rind from the gammon joint, leaving a thin layer of fat. Use a sharp knife to lightly score the fat in a diamond pattern. You can stick cloves in each diamond before glazing if you like.
- Liberally brush the ham with the glaze. Return to the air fryer for 5 minutes at 200°C (400°F). Brush with the glaze once again and repeat once or twice until the ham is crispy on top.
- Transfer to a platter and rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm or cold.
Notes
- Check the gammon's internal temperature with a thermometer to ensure it reaches 62°C (145°F) for safety.
- Cooking time depends on gammon weight; estimate 20 minutes per 450g plus 20 minutes, but rely on temperature checks.
- Allow the temperature to rise a bit after removing from heat before glazing and serving.
- Use leftover gammon in recipes like slow cooker pea and ham soup.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 5Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 1208 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 1208kcal | 60% |
| Carbohydrates | 30g | 10% |
| Protein | 198g | 396% |
| Fat | 27g | 42% |
| Saturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6g | 35% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 11g | 55% |
| Trans Fat | 0.2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 558mg | 186% |
| Sodium | 853mg | 36% |
| Potassium | 3372mg | 72% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 24g | 48% |
| Vitamin A | 201IU | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 26mg | 29% |
| Calcium | 125mg | 13% |
| Iron | 7mg | 39% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.8
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