Ham Roast with Crispy Crackling
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A delicious and classic ham roast with a layer of crispy crackling, perfect for any festive occasion or a hearty family dinner.
01:10:00 total
Serves 6
medium
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Ingredients
- ham roast with skin - 1 kilo (1 kilo)
- boiling water - as needed to cover the skin
- salt - to taste
- bay leaves - as needed
- whole peppercorns - as needed
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 200 degrees Celsius with fan.
- Prepare the roast: Place salt, pepper, and bay leaves in the bottom of a roasting pan. Place the ham roast in the middle of the pan with the skin side down. Pour boiling water into the pan to just cover the skin.
- First roasting: Roast in the oven for 20 minutes.
- Turn and season: Remove the roast from the oven, turn it skin side up, and ensure the skin is properly scored. Rub salt into the cracks.
- Second roasting: Return the roast to the oven and cook for approximately 50 minutes.
- Rest before serving: Let the roast rest for 15-20 minutes before slicing.
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