Easter Recipe: Smoked Pulled Ham

Easter Recipe: Smoked Pulled Ham

Shred your Easter Ham for Spring sandwiches!

Easter is around the corner and the stores are filling up with ham. It's hard to beat a

 for the holidays, but it's not the only answer!

Smoked. Pulled. Ham.

Yes, this is a thing. A very delicious thing.

has been right under our noses this whole time. Salty, sweet, and incredibly smoky for sandwiches, tacos, or straight to the mouth.

 

Yes, it absolutely shreds into perfectly juicy strands. 

Whether you choose to make the classic spiral ham or this guide for pulled ham, you should know the difference between what you're buying at the store! Ham has quite a bit of water in the muscles, as this has been typically cured in a wet brine. 

Water or Natural Juices Added? Understand the Labels

  • Ham: No water added and is at least 20.5% protein

  • Ham in natural juices: The protein level is around 18.5% protein, with 7-8% added water

  • Ham, water added: The protein level at least 17%, with 10% added water

  • Ham and water product: Add as much water as they want