Black Forest Ham: Cured With: Water

Black Forest ham is a type of cured ham originating from the Black Forest region of Germany. It is typically made from pork leg that is cured with salt, spices (like garlic, pepper, and coriander), and often smoked over a mixture of fir or pine wood, which gives it a distinctive flavor and aroma.

Manufacturers use Black Forest ham as a flavorful meat ingredient. Its savory and slightly smoky taste makes it popular in a variety of dishes, including sandwiches, salads, pizzas, and breakfast items.

Black Forest ham is a processed meat product. The World Health Organization's International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) has classified processed meats as Group 1 carcinogens, meaning there is sufficient evidence that they cause cancer in humans, particularly colorectal cancer. The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulates cured meats as part of the general food supply. While moderate consumption is generally considered safe for most people, high intake of processed meats has been linked to increased risk of certain health issues.