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Removing a Ham Rind

Removing Ham Rind

How to remove a ham rind

How to Removing Ham Rind

Cut the hock-end

Using a small sharp knife, cut through the skin/rind 10cm from the top of the hock (or knuckle end of the leg).

Use your knife

Start to remove the skin from the ham by sliding the knife between the skin and fat.

Peel back the rind

Run your clean fingers (or knife) under the skin and gently peel back the skin/rind to leave a layer of fat.

Score the fat

Use a sharp knife to score a criss-cross or diamond pattern in the fat layer.

Tips and tricks

Wash your hands

Use a sharp knife

Be careful not to cut yourself

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