How is ham different from pork shoulder?
Shoulder is the upper part of the front leg of the pig. Ham and shoulder look similar in the store but taste quite different. Shoulder is typically slow-cooked and used in pork barbecue, while ham is usually roasted and sliced for more formal dinners. Q: What if I get a pork shoulder by mistake? A: Slow cook the pork shoulder, accent it with a barbecue sauce of your choice and serve pulled pork. Everybody doesn’t have to serve the same thing. Q: What’s so special about country ham? A: “City ham” is cured in water, salt, natural preservatives and flavorings, and it may also be smoked over hardwoods. Country ham is covered with salt and spices and hung to dry cure for several months. Q: Do they taste different? A: City hams tend to taste sweeter and meatier, while country hams have a saltier, more intense flavor. Q: Well, should I get a city ham or country ham? A: It comes down to personal preference. Both types can be used in all kinds of meals and snacks. If you like making sandwiches
