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BONELESS GAMMON

ENTERTAINER SMOKED BONELESS GAMMON

R89.99/KG; FOOD LOVER’S MARKET

This gammon was rich yet not too heavy, and struck a good balance between smoky and salty. It was juicy and had a lovely texture. Our tasters said it had the aroma of a classic Christmas gammon.

LIMITED EDITION BONELESS GAMMON

R98.99/KG; CHECKERS

The meat held its shape well and sliced neatly, and it was delightfully juicy. The flavours were well balanced, with just the right amount of salt and a good smokiness. Some tasters found the flavours a tad subtle, and mentioned a slight artificial taste.

UNCOOKED DEBONED GAMMON

R109.99/KG; WOOLWORTHS

This gammon was easy to carve, succulent and full of flavour. Brushing a glaze over it added a sweet contrast with the smokiness and savouriness of the meat.

BONELESS GAMMON

R89/KG; MAKRO

This joint held its shape well through cooking and was easy to carve. The meat had a lovely hit of smoke that was well balanced with the saltiness. It was juicy and flavourful.

BONE-IN GAMMON

CRAFTED COLLECTION UNCOOKED BONE-IN GAMMON

R92.99/KG; PICK N PAY

The meat was tender and flavourful, with a lovely hit of smoke and a good amount of salt. The tasters were impressed by its natural flavour and texture.

SHOULDER BONE-IN GAMMON

R96.99/KG; SPAR

This gammon had a succulent texture and it sliced easily. It had a good balance of smokiness and seasoning. All the tasters thought the meat was succulent and delicious, although there was a comment that it tasted slightly processed.

LIMITED EDITION BONE-IN GAMMON

R99.99/KG; CHECKERS

This joint had a good shape and colour, and it sliced easily. It was succulent and flavourful, with a delicate smokiness. The tasters described the meat as deliciously

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