Gammon with Parsley Sauce
European European - British - Meat Dishes

Gammon with Parsley Sauce

Est. Time: 35-45 min  •  10 Preparation Steps

Chef's Menu Description

A distinguished culinary classic crafted with authentic techniques and finest ingredients, offering rich depth of flavour and elegant presentation.

Ingredients

  • • 4 gammon steaks, approx. 125g each, (all visible fat and rind removed)
  • • 1 tsp mustard powder
  • • 1 tsp garlic granules
  • • black pepper to taste
  • • 400 ml semi skimmed milk
  • • 25 g reduced fat spread
  • • pinch of ground nutmeg
  • • 1 bay leaf
  • • 2 tbsp cornflour
  • • 1 tbsp water
  • • 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
  • • low calorie cooking spray
  • • parsley sprigs to garnish

Preparation Steps

1
Phase 1

Mix together the mustard powder, garlic granules and black pepper.

2
Phase 2

Sprinkle the mixture over both sides of the gammon steaks and set aside.

3
Phase 3

Place the milk, reduced fat spread, nutmeg and bayleaf in a small saucepan and heat over a low heat, until the spread has melted.

4
Phase 4

Mix the cornflour with the water and blend until smooth.

5
Phase 5

Bring the milk to the boil and pour in the cornflour mixture, whisking or stirring well. Cook for 4 - 5 minutes until thickened.

6
Phase 6

Season with black pepper to taste and stir in the parsley.

7
Phase 7

Spray a large frying pan with low calorie cooking spray and place over a medium heat.

8
Phase 8

Fry the gammon for 5 - 6 minutes, or according to packet instructions, turning once, until thoroughly cooked through.

9
Phase 9

Transfer the gammon steaks to serving plates and pour the sauce over.

10
Phase 10

Garnish with a sprig of parsley.