Traditional French Jambonneau

Savor the rustic charm of **Traditional French Jambonneau**, a hearty and aromatic dish that showcases the comforting flavors of slow-simmered cured ham hock. This classic French recipe blends tender, shredded ham with a fragrant broth infused with onion, carrot, celery, bay leaves, thyme, cloves, and black peppercorns. Simmered to perfection for hours, the result is a rich and flavorful soup-like dish with melt-in-your-mouth meat and a deeply savory aroma. Perfectly warming and satisfying, jambonneau is best served with crusty bread or boiled potatoes to soak up the robust broth. With its simple ingredients and soul-nourishing appeal, this traditional dish is a delicious nod to French countryside cooking. Ideal for cozy family meals or elegant entertaining, it’s a must-try for any fan of French cuisine!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:180 mins

Total Time:200 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 large Cured ham hock
• 1 large Onion
• 2 medium Carrot
• 2 stalks Celery stalks
• 2 leaves Bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon Thyme
• 3 pieces Whole cloves
• 1 teaspoon Black peppercorns
• 6 cups Chicken stock
• 4 cups Water
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Chopped parsley

Directions

Step 1

Begin by rinsing the cured ham hock under cold water to remove any excess salt from the surface.

Step 2

Peel and roughly chop the onion and carrots. Chop the celery stalks into large pieces.

Step 3

In a large pot or Dutch oven, place the ham hock and cover it with the chopped vegetables - onion, carrots, and celery.

Step 4

Add the bay leaves, thyme, whole cloves, and black peppercorns to the pot.

Step 5

Pour in the chicken stock and water, making sure the ham hock is completely submerged.

Step 6

Bring the pot to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and cover the pot.

Step 7

Simmer gently for about 3 hours, or until the ham hock is tender and the meat begins to pull away from the bone.

Step 8

Carefully remove the ham hock from the pot and let it cool slightly. Remove the skin and fat, then shred the meat using a fork or your hands.

Step 9

Return the shredded meat to the pot of broth and continue to simmer for another 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 10

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 11

Serve the jambonneau in bowls, garnished with chopped parsley. Enjoy with crusty bread or boiled potatoes if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	4011.3 grams (4011.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1945

Total Fat 122.20g	157%
Saturated Fat 35.20g	176%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 478mg	159%
Sodium 7780mg	338%
Total Carbohydrate 43.00g	16%
Dietary Fiber 9.50g	34%
Total Sugars 21.20g
Protein 167.90g	336%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 413mg	32%
Iron 18mg	100%
Potassium 2188mg	47%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 56.6%

Protein: 34.6%

Carbs: 8.9%