Name: Air Fryer Gammon Joint with Honey Mustard Glaze Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h 15 min
Cuisine: British
Ingredients: 750 g gammon joint; 1 tbsp dijon mustard; 1 tbsp wholegrain mustard; 2 tbsp honey; 1 tbsp dark brown sugar

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Introduction

This Air Fryer Gammon Joint is a delicious and easy way to prepare a flavorful, tender gammon with a beautifully crisped glaze. Using an air fryer speeds up the cooking process while ensuring the meat stays juicy and the fat crisps perfectly.

The image shows four slices of cooked ham layered on top of each other on a wooden board with a golden-brown roasted piece of meat visible at the bottom right corner. The ham slices are pale pink with some darker browned and slightly charred spots along the edges, showing a soft texture with small bits of seasoning. A silver fork is placed on the right side of the meat, resting on the wooden board. The next layer is shiny and caramelized, indicating a crisp outer. The setting is on a white marbled texture surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

750 g gammon joint
1 tbsp Dijon mustard
1 tbsp wholegrain mustard
2 tbsp honey
1 tbsp dark brown sugar

Instructions

Step 1: Remove the gammon joint from the fridge and take off all its packaging, including any string, about 30 minutes before cooking.
Step 2: In a bowl, mix together the Dijon mustard, wholegrain mustard, honey, and dark brown sugar until well combined to make the glaze.
Step 3: Use a sharp knife to carefully remove the skin from the gammon joint. Score the thin layer of fat left underneath in a diamond pattern to help it crisp up during cooking.
Step 4: Place a large piece of foil in the basket of your air fryer. Put the gammon joint in the center of the foil and pour the glaze over it. Turn the joint so it is fully coated in the glaze.
Step 5: Wrap the gammon securely in the foil to form a parcel. Air fry at 180°C (356°F) for 50 minutes. Halfway through cooking, carefully unwrap the parcel, turn the gammon over, then re-seal and continue cooking.
Step 6: After 50 minutes, open the air fryer and unwrap the gammon completely. Air fry it for an additional 10 minutes to crisp the fat. The gammon is ready when its internal temperature reaches at least 70°C (160°F).
Step 7: Remove the gammon from the air fryer and let it rest for 10–15 minutes before carving. You can skim any fat from the glaze with a spoon and serve it as a sauce if you like.

Tips & Variations

For extra flavor, add a pinch of ground cloves or cinnamon to the glaze mixture.
If you prefer a smokier taste, use smoked mustard or add a few drops of liquid smoke to the glaze.
Make sure to use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature for safe cooking.
Try serving the gammon with roasted vegetables or a fresh green salad for a complete meal.

Storage

Store any leftover gammon in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in the air fryer or oven to maintain the crispness of the fat. Avoid microwaving to prevent sogginess.

How to Serve

A close-up of a cooked piece of meat with a well-browned and slightly charred surface, wrapped in crinkled aluminum foil. The meat has a rich golden-brown color on top with darker, almost blackened edges, showing a crispy texture. The foil surrounding the meat is shiny and has some blackened spots from cooking, sitting inside a black air fryer basket against a white marbled texture. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I cook a larger gammon joint in the air fryer?

Yes, but you will need to increase the cooking time accordingly and ensure the air fryer basket can fit the joint comfortably. Use a meat thermometer to check for doneness.

Is the glaze necessary?

The glaze adds flavor and helps to crisp the fat, but if you prefer, you can cook the gammon without it or try different glaze variations such as maple syrup or mustard alone.