Christmas ham with mustard and breadcrumbs
Prep time: 180 minServes: 12
Pairs with
The mild saltiness of Christmas ham and sharpness of mustard — sparkling, a medium white, or a light red.
Ingredients
- 3 kg ham joint
- 1 egg
- 3 tbsp wholegrain mustard
- 3 tbsp breadcrumbs
- Cloves. Stock: 2 litres water
- 2 carrots
- 1 onion
- Bay leaves
- Allspice
Method
- 1Simmer the ham in stock with vegetables and spices, 60 min per kg. Cool in the liquid. Remove rind. Mix egg, mustard, and breadcrumbs, spread on ham. Stud with cloves. Grill at 225°C for 10–15 min. Slice thinly.