Perfect Pairings & Recipes forHam Hock

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Flavour Analysis

Ham hock unfolds in layers: commanding porky meatiness comes first, followed by animal fat, oleic acid and smoke. Beneath those first notes sit brine and hickory, and rancio and kombu dashi notes give the profile a final layer of depth and contrast.

Dominant Flavour Families

Maillard
Carnal / Animalic
Spice
Earthy
Woody

Flavour profile of ham hock

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Porky

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Ham hock

PorkyCarnal

ham hock9.0

Rich, meat-savory notes typical of pork. Strong in ham hock.

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