Cooking gammon in a slow cooker generally takes about 3 to 6 hours on the high setting or 6 to 8 hours on the low setting, depending on the size of the gammon joint.
Cooking Times by Weight
- For smaller gammon joints (around 500g to 1kg), cook for 3-4 hours on high or 6-8 hours on low.
- For larger joints (1kg to 2kg), cook for 4-6 hours on high or 8-10 hours on low.
Cooking Temperature
- The internal temperature of the gammon should reach about 75°C (160°F) for it to be fully cooked.
Additional Notes
- It is difficult to overcook gammon in a slow cooker, so if timing is flexible, cooking on low for longer is recommended for more tender meat.
- After cooking, gammon can be glazed and browned under a grill or in an oven for a crispy finish.
- Resting the gammon before slicing improves texture and flavor.
This guide applies to both smoked and unsmoked gammon joints cooked with or without added liquids like apple juice or stock in the slow cooker.
