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Limerick ham

Limerick ham

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Limerick ham (Irish: Liamhás Luimnigh[1]) is a particular method of preparing a joint of ham within the cuisine of Ireland. The method was originally developed in County Limerick, Ireland. The main manufacturers were O'Mara. Matterson, Shaws, and Denny.[2]

Preparation

Traditionally, the initial stage in the preparation of a Limerick ham is to smoke it over juniper branches. After this stage, the whole haunches, hams, and other cuts are distributed to butchers, who usually divide these large cuts into smaller portions and may cure the meat prior to sale.[3]

After purchase, a Limerick ham is typically steeped in cold water overnight. Cooking involves boiling in cider, then baking on a very high heat to crisp the fat.[3]

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References

  1. [1]
    "The College Tribune Volume 23 Issue 8". 11 February 2010.
  2. [2]
    "Limerick Bacon Factories and Bacon Production". 16 July 2012.
  3. [3]
    Murphy, John (24 January 1998). Limerick Ham. Appletree Press. ISBN 978-0-86281-166-2. Retrieved 22 July 2010. {{cite book}}: |work= ignored (help)


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