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Ham

Ham (Pork variety)

Ham is a pork meat, known for its mild flavor profile, and rich in essential nutrients like Vitamin B12, Niacin, Vitamin B6.

Regional names

Ham

Origin

Ham is cataloged inside the pork lane of meat.

Native region

Global temperate and subtropical zones

Season

Available year-round depending on form, preservation, or sourcing

Food Combinations & Timing

✅

Safe Combination Profile

It is safe to eat this food item with other food items.

Nutritional profile

Calories

242 kcal / 100 g

Protein

25.3 g

Carbs

0 g

Fat

15.2 g

Fiber

0 g

Water content

Moderate (55% to 65%)

Glycemic index

0

Vitamins

  • Vitamin B12
  • Niacin
  • Vitamin B6

Minerals

  • Iron
  • Zinc
  • Selenium
  • Phosphorus

Health benefits

Evidence-aligned highlights

  • Provides key macronutrients and micronutrients that support metabolic vitality.
  • Contributes essential dietary compounds that support tissue structure and recovery.
  • Ready for future custom nutritional mapping.

Flavor notes

Mild

Texture

Crisp

Aroma

Fresh

Pairings

Various flavor pairings

Safety & toxicity

Edible parts

Standard edible portions

Toxic or risky parts

Discard non-food-grade or spoiled forms

Raw vs cooked

Safe to consume according to culinary standards.

Allergies & intolerances

No common allergy warning.

Drug interactions

No major interactions for normal food amounts.

Safe daily limit

Enjoy as part of a balanced diet.

⚠️ Notice: This safety profile is a general guideline. Dietary tolerances differ; consult a healthcare professional for allergies or drug interactions. See our full disclaimer.

Who should avoid & how to handle it

Who should avoid or moderate

  • General population safe.

Preparation & storage

  • Clean: Wash or wipe clean according to the usual market form.
  • Cut: Slice, chop, or portion as needed for your recipe.
  • Cook: Prepared raw or cooked according to recipe preference.
  • Store: Keep in a cool, dry place or refrigerate.
  • Preserve: Freeze or dry for longer storage.

Cuisine & cultural use

Common cuisines

  • Global culinary use

Ham appears in Global culinary use, often because its flavor structure and prep speed fit both everyday cooking and ceremonial dishes.

Dynamic Substitutions

No alternatives recorded for this specific item. It is chemically or botanically unique in the database.

🌱 Cultivation & Production

Ham Production Profile

Discover how ham is obtained, produced, and how you can craft or prepare it in your own kitchen.

Apartment Friendly

✗ Not Ideal for Apartments

No

Urban Space Advice

Cannot be grown or raised in a standard residential apartment. Requires livestock farming or professional marine harvesting.

Source Material

Livestock farms (cattle, poultry, or swine)

Primary Method

Animal husbandry and safe butchering

Homemade Production Method

  1. 1

    Store raw meat wrapped airtight in the refrigerator for 3-5 days, or freeze for months.

  2. 2

    To cure meat (e.g. jerky) at home, slice lean cuts very thin.

  3. 3

    Marinate with salt and spices, then dry in a food dehydrator or low oven at 160°F (71°C) for 6-8 hours.

Quick recipes

Fast recipes using Ham

Dinner

Slow-Smoked Roasted Pulled Pork

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Pork shoulder slow-roasted until tender and hand-shredded with dry spice rub.

Ingredients

Servings:2
  • 1.2 kg pork shoulder roast
  • 1 tbsp smoked sea salt
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar

Nutrition

  • 530 kcal
  • 44 g protein
  • 5 g carbs
  • 36 g fat

Preparation Steps

  1. 1Rub pork shoulder with smoked salt, brown sugar, and paprika.
  2. 2Place in roasting dish with apple cider vinegar, cover tightly with foil.
  3. 3Slow roast at 300°F (150°C) for 3.5 hours.
  4. 4Shred tender meat with two forks and toss in pan juices.