What can I do with Serrano ham legs?

The meat nearest the bone is difficult to slice well, and can be cut into small chunks for use in soups and stews. The ham bone itself is also excellent for flavoring broths, soups and stews, and may be cut and frozen for later use.

Does Lidl Serrano ham come with stand?

The supermarket’s Spanish ham comes with a traditional wooden stand and specialist ham knife. Similar products at rival retailers can cost up more than £60 per kg.

How long does a leg of serrano ham last?

A whole leg of Jamón Ibérico will last up to 9 months unopened from the time it arrives at your doorstep. Once you open up the vacuum seal, it will last for 6-8 weeks, as long as you store it properly.

How long does a Serrano ham keep?

When you buy your ham it will be covered in rind and waxed. You can keep it just like this at cool room temperature for up to a year or so. Once you’ve started cutting your ham it is best to eat it within two to three months. It is important to cover any exposed areas to keep it fresh and prevent it from drying out.

How do you eat Serrano ham?

Serrano ham is best enjoyed simply carved into slices as a tapa with a little bread and perhaps a drizzle of Spanish olive oil. Chunks of jamón can be used to flavour stews or to garnish chilled soups such as gazpacho or salmorejo.

Can I bring serrano ham to us?

Cured hams (prosciutto, Serrano ham, Iberian ham) and salami from areas within France, Germany, Italy and Spain may not be brought into the United States by travelers. These items may only enter in commercial shipments because there are special restrictions that require additional certification and documentation.

Can you cook Serrano ham?

Cooking with Serrano ham need not be complicated; after all it is simply an ingredient, a compliment or addition of flavour so whether you intend to serve it crispy, mix with pasta or wrap up that fish fillet Serrano ham is sure add a real hint of Andalucia to your cooking.

Can I freeze sliced Serrano ham?

It is very important to understand that Iberico or Serrano Jamon should never be frozen. The freezing process destroys the complex and nuanced tastes that have been achieved through all those years of dedicated breeding, raising and curing. You should not freeze your Serrano ham if you can avoid it.