A slow cooker gammon joint can be cooked by placing the joint in the slow cooker with a glaze or liquid, then slow cooking on low for 6-8 hours or high for 4-6 hours, depending on the size of the joint. Various glazes such as a balsamic and orange juice glaze, honey glaze, or even cooking with cola and spices are popular. The joint can be turned occasionally during cooking to ensure even flavor distribution. After slow cooking, the gammon can be sliced or shredded and served with the reduced glaze or sauce.
Basic Slow Cooker Gammon Method
- Place the gammon joint in the slow cooker, optionally adding vegetables like onion and carrots, plus spices like cloves or peppercorns.
- Add water or another cooking liquid to partially cover the joint.
- Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 4-5 hours.
- Turn the joint a few times during cooking.
- Let the gammon rest before slicing or shredding.
Glaze Options
- Balsamic and orange glaze: Mix brown sugar, balsamic vinegar, and orange juice, add to the slow cooker, and baste the joint.
- Honey glaze: Mix honey, brown sugar, and mustard, apply glaze after slow cooking, and finish in the oven for 20-30 minutes.
- Cola and spices: Cook with cola, cinnamon, ginger, allspice, and pepper for a unique flavor twist.
Tips
- Some recipes suggest boiling a smoked gammon joint briefly before slow cooking to remove excess salt, but this is optional.
- Keep the skin and fat layer if you want to add texture or remove it before serving if preferred.
- Use a sharp knife for clean slices or forks to shred the cooked meat.
This method yields tender, flavorful gammon perfect for meals and leftovers.
