How to enjoy vacuum-packed ham?

One of the biggest fears when buying vacuum-packed Iberian ham is that it will lose its characteristic and delicious flavour. But if you do it right, that doesn't have to happen.

Advantages of vacuum-packed Iberian ham

There are many advantages offered by vacuum-packed Iberian ham or shoulder packets.

First of all, if there are not many people at home, it allows you to enjoy a freshly cut ham at any time without having to worry about it drying out, getting hard, spoiling...

It is also very convenient, since you just need to open it and eat . You don't have to waste time cutting it, nor do you need a ham holder, knives, sharpener, etc. Plus, it saves you the occasional cut and blood stain. This is what an expert in applying band-aids in the convent tells you.

Having vacuum-packed ham is really practical. You can take it everywhere: on a trip to make a sandwich, on a visit to someone's house... and you can take what you need. No more, no less. Avoiding carrying unnecessary weight. I would also say that you will avoid food waste, but let's not fool ourselves, our ham is never left over .

How to preserve vacuum-packed ham

Vacuum packaging completely eliminates oxygen from the product, allowing its organoleptic characteristics to be maintained for long periods of time.

To preserve it, you don't need to keep it in the fridge as long as the packet is sealed, although you can keep it there between 5º and 10º. However, as long as it is in a cool, dry area, it is more than enough . However, if you have opened a packet and have not been able to finish it, in addition to having to go to the doctor because it is something to worry about, you should keep it in the fridge. You can wrap it in cling film so that it can better maintain its properties. But don't take too long to eat it!

How to enjoy vacuum-packed ham

You may think that opening the packet and eating it is enough. I'm not going to lie to you, it is quite a lot, yes. But if you want to truly enjoy ham as it deserves, you have to do the following:

Turn on the kitchen tap and put the hot water on. Wet the bag for 15 seconds on both sides . And that's it. With this little burst of heat you will melt the fat a little but without heating it up, to provide that wonderful touch of juiciness.

Let's eat!