Honey-orange glazed gammon

This succulent glazed gammon features a perfect balance of sweet honey and citrus flavors, complemented by warming spices and studded with aromatic cloves. The result is a show-stopping centerpiece with a glistening exterior and perfectly tender, pink meat inside – ideal for special occasions or holiday feasting.

Cut:
Honey-orange glazed gammon

Ingredients

For the Gammon
  • 2.5kg unsmoked boneless gammon
  • 2 onions, quartered
  • 2 carrots, roughly chopped
  • 2 oranges, halved
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 10 whole cloves (for cooking)
  • 20-25 whole cloves (for studding)
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 10 black peppercorns
For the Glaze
  • 80ml honey
  • Zest and juice of 2 oranges
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 30ml soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Method

Prepare the Gammon:
Place the gammon in a large pot with the onions, carrots, halved oranges, bay leaves, 10 cloves, cinnamon stick, and peppercorns
Cover with cold water and bring to a boil
Reduce heat and simmer for approximately 1 hour 15 minutes (allowing 30 minutes per 500g)

Preheat the Oven:
Set temperature to 180°C
Line a roasting tray with foil

Prepare for Glazing:
Remove gammon from cooking liquid and let cool slightly
Carefully remove the skin, leaving a good layer of fat
Score the fat in a diamond pattern
Stud each diamond intersection with a clove

Make the Glaze:
In a small saucepan, combine honey, orange zest and juice, mustard, soy sauce, brown sugar, and ground cinnamon
Simmer over medium heat for 5 minutes until slightly thickened

Glaze and Roast:
Place gammon in prepared roasting tray
Brush generously with glaze
Roast for 1 hour, basting every 15-20 minutes with remaining glaze
In the final 15 minutes, increase the temperature to 200°C for caramelization

Rest and Serve:
Remove from oven and let rest for 15-20 minutes before carving
Serve warm or cold with remaining pan juices

Serving Suggestion: Perfect served with grilled pineapple rings, roasted vegetables, and creamy potato gratin. Can be enjoyed hot or cold, making it ideal for entertaining.