Slow-Cooked Scottish Ham Hough Soup: A Hearty, Gluten-Free Family Feast!
Fusion-style Scottish ham hough soup: a hearty, gluten-free, slow-cooked dish with vegetables, perfect for family dinners or meal prep. Easy, healthy, and flavorful!
Ingredients
- 2 lbs ham hough meaty piece
- 6 cups chicken or vegetable stock
- 2 cups water
- 3 medium carrots peeled and chopped
- 2 celery stalks chopped
- 1 large leek cleaned and sliced
- 2 medium potatoes peeled and diced
- 1 onion finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley or chives for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Ham Hough: If desired, roast the ham hough in the oven at 400°F for 20 minutes to enhance flavor.
- Sauté Vegetables: In a skillet, sauté onions, garlic, carrots, celery, and leeks until softened.
- Combine Ingredients: Place the ham hough, sautéed vegetables, potatoes, bay leaf, and thyme in the slow cooker. Pour in the stock and water.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or on high for 4-5 hours until the meat is tender and falling off the bone.
- Shred the Meat: Remove the ham hough, shred the meat, and return it to the soup. Discard the bone and excess fat.
- Season: Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Serve: Ladle into bowls, garnish with fresh parsley or chives, and enjoy!