Canned ham

Canned ham is a meat product made from cured or cooked pork, preserved in cans to extend its shelf life and facilitate storage and transportation. Its texture is usually firm but juicy, and its flavor ranges from mild to slightly salty, making it a versatile ingredient for various culinary preparations.

This food originates from traditional meat preservation techniques, adapted by modern industry to offer a practical and accessible canned option. The process includes cooking and hermetic sealing in cans, which ensures food safety and maintains its nutritional properties for long periods without refrigeration.

Properties: Canned ham is a good source of high biological value proteins and provides minerals such as iron and zinc. However, it usually contains a moderate level of sodium, so it is recommended to consume it in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

In different Latin American countries, canned ham may be known by different names or synonyms, such as ham in a can, preserved ham, or simply canned ham. In some places, it is also called packaged ham or processed ham in a can, always referring to the same type of product ready to be used in sandwiches, stews, salads, and other common recipes in home cooking.