Homemade meat delicacies are becoming increasingly popular, as you can fully control the ingredients when preparing them yourself. One simple and impressive option is marble ham made from chicken and turkey. Thanks to the combination of meat pieces and mince, it is juicy, aromatic, and looks beautiful when sliced.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- turkey fillet or thigh — 500 g
- chicken mince — 600 g
For the Marinade
- salt — to taste
- black pepper — to taste
- dried garlic — 1 tsp
- paprika — 1 tsp
- chicken spices — 1 tsp
- nutmeg — ¼ tsp
- water — 150 ml
Preparation
Cut the turkey fillet or thigh meat into small pieces. These will create the characteristic "marble" pattern on the slice of the finished ham.
In a deep bowl or a ziplock bag, place the chicken mince and the chopped turkey. Add salt, black pepper, dried garlic, paprika, chicken spices, nutmeg, and water.
Seal the bag or mix the mixture thoroughly to evenly distribute the spices. After that, let the meat marinate in the refrigerator for at least 6–8 hours. For a more intense flavor, the mixture can be left overnight.
Tightly pack the marinated meat into a baking dish, lightly pressing it down with a spoon or your hands. This will help the ham retain its shape after cooking.
Bake the ham in the oven at 160–170 °C for about 1.5 hours. During the cooking process, the meat releases juice, which allows it to slowly simmer and become particularly tender.
After baking, carefully drain the accumulated juice — it can be used to make sauce or gravy. Then leave the ham to cool in the dish and refrigerate for 4–6 hours. During this time, it will firm up and can be easily sliced into neat pieces.
Serving
The finished marble ham can be served in various ways:
- on fresh bread
- in sandwiches
- with mustard or horseradish
- as a cold meat appetizer
It also works great for salads, appetizer platters, and festive meat assortments.
Conclusion
Marble ham made from chicken and turkey is a simple yet impressive homemade delicacy. It is prepared without complex techniques or special equipment, resulting in a natural, juicy product that is perfect for both everyday snacks and festive tables.
