Cutting the ham may seem simple but without the proper technique and protection it can not only mean a culinary disaster -I have seen slices of ham thicker than a brick- also a danger.
If you are inexperienced or you like extreme security, we have found several purchases such as three ham knives or safety gloves, which protect us from possible cuts. All of them for sale at Amazon or El Corte Inglés:
The knives
We start with the main purchase to cut the ham: the knives. At Amazon we have found three interesting options, some because of their shape that makes cutting safer, others because they include a protector to prevent accidents.
The first of our options is this Jamonprive knife that includes an external accident-proof protector, perfect for both left-handed and right-handed people. The manufacturer promises thin and well cut slices effortlessly thanks to the protector and the knife is made in Albacete. It is available on Amazon today for 24.99 euros.
Jamonprive – Ham Knife with Anti-accident Protector for Lefties & Righties (30 cm) – Ideal for cutting Serrano and Iberian Ham
Another interesting knife that does not include a sheath but promises to be just as safe is this double-edged one. The double blade inclined slightly inwards provides ease when cutting ham and according to the manufacturer itself -national- it provides precision to achieve thin and perfect slices without the need to be an expert cutter. It is available on Amazon for 34.95 euros.
MON Professional Anti-Cut Ham Knife For Left-handed And Right-handed With Safe Double-edged Steel Opening For Thin Slices – Made in Spain
Similar to the first of the knives, we have this one with a protector from Martinez & Cascón, which is also made in Albacete and has an average rating of 4.3 stars on Amazon. Available for 28.45 euros.
Ham Knife ‘Protector’ – Martínez & Gascón
protective gloves
Not only for cut a watermelon in Zapeando, protective gloves are very practical for cutting ham and other foods, especially if we do not feel safe handling the knife. At Amazon we have found safety gloves for all budgets and these are the most interesting:
Set with two pairs of JZK anti-cut gloves made with a mesh fabric with protection level 5 that we found on Amazon for only 10.59 euros.
JZK 2 Pairs Anti Cut Gloves, Level 5 Protection Anti Cut Gloves, Cut Resistant Gloves, Anti Cut Safety Work Gloves for Kitchen Knife Wood Carving (M and XL)
More professional is this pair of Schwer gloves with stainless steel mesh that meets the requirements of the European standard (CE) EN1082-1. A pair of anti-cut gloves that are made from over 5,000 metal rings. It is available on Amazon for 55.99 euros.
Schwer Anti-Cut Gloves Butcher Glove Mesh Anti-Cut Gloves for Meat Cutting Food Processing
A good ham holder is essential
Lastly, you can’t cut a ham at a professional level without a good ham holder and if this support is weak or too low cost, it is a danger and increases the probability of accidents. At El Corte Inglés we have found two quite interesting supports suitable for almost all pockets:
This ham holder with an elegant design in black is signed by Guijuelo and is available at El Corte Inglés for 56.95 euros.
Guijuelo ham holder El Corte Ingles
Something cheaper is this 3 Claveles (firm known for its knives) that also has a folding and rotating head. It is available at El Corte Inglés for 49.95 euros.
Folding ham holder with rotating head 3 Claveles
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