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Ham Stock

Leftover cooked meat, such as that remaining on poultry carcasses, is often used along with the bones of the bird or joint. Fresh meat makes a superior stock, and cuts rich in connective tissue such as shin or shoulder of beef or veal are commonly recommended, either alone or added in lower proportions to the remains of cooked poultry, to provide a richer and fresher-tasting stock. Quantities recommended are in the ratio of 1 part fresh meat to 2 parts water. Pork, although a popular base for stock in Chinese cuisine is considered unsuitable for stock in European cooking due to its greasiness (although 19th-century recipes for consomme and traditional aspic included slices of mild ham), and mutton was traditionally avoided due to the difficulty of avoiding the strong tallowy taint imparted from the fat.

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Ham stock Properties:

Food Property	Type	Description
Flavor Profile	Salty	- Ham stock has a salty flavor profile due to the addition of salt during the cooking process.
	Umami	- Ham stock has a rich umami flavor profile from the savory notes extracted from the ham bones and meat during the simmering process.
Texture	Moisture	- Ham stock typically has a high moisture content, which contributes to its rich and flavorful broth consistency.
Nutritional Value	Macronutrients	- Ham stock is a good source of protein, as it is made from simmering ham bones and meat, which release proteins into the broth.
	Micronutrients	- Ham stock can contain various micronutrients depending on the ingredients used, such as vitamins and minerals extracted from the bones and vegetables.
Aroma	Volatile Compounds	- Ham stock has a complex aroma profile with volatile compounds derived from the ham bones, meat, and vegetables used in its preparation.
Chemical Composition	Water Activity (aw)	- Ham stock typically has a high water activity level, which is necessary to extract flavors and nutrients during the cooking process.
Cooking Behavior	Heat Conductivity	- Ham stock has good heat conductivity, allowing it to simmer evenly and extract flavors from the ingredients used.
	Water Retention	- Ham stock has a good water retention capacity, which helps maintain its consistency and flavor when used in various dishes.