Wiltshire Gammon with Triple Cooked Homemade Chips and Beans

Wiltshire Gammon with Triple Cooked Homemade Chips and Beans is a simple, hearty meal you can make at home with easy steps.

introduction — Wiltshire Gammon with Triple Cooked Homemade Chips and Beans

This Wiltshire Gammon with Triple Cooked Homemade Chips and Beans is a filling dish that blends salty gammon, crisp chips, soft beans, and a runny egg.
It is great for a weekend lunch or a cosy family dinner.
For a lighter side idea, try our slow-cooked fish with citrus and herbs which pairs well with greens.

why make Wiltshire Gammon with Triple Cooked Homemade Chips and Beans

Make this Wiltshire Gammon with Triple Cooked Homemade Chips and Beans because it is easy and comforting.
The flavors are familiar and children often like it.
You can cook parts ahead and finish quickly when you are ready to eat.

how to make Wiltshire Gammon with Triple Cooked Homemade Chips and Beans

Follow simple steps to make Wiltshire Gammon with Triple Cooked Homemade Chips and Beans at home.
You can roast or boil the gammon until cooked and then slice to serve.
For oven roasting tips you can look at our baked fish with slow cooked peppers post for ideas on timing and oven use.

Ingredients for Wiltshire Gammon with Triple Cooked Homemade Chips and Beans

• Wiltshire gammon
• Free-range eggs
• Potatoes (for making chips)
• Canned beans or fresh beans
• Salt and pepper
• Oil for frying

Directions for Wiltshire Gammon with Triple Cooked Homemade Chips and Beans

1. Prepare the gammon by boiling or roasting it until fully cooked.
2. While the gammon is cooking, peel and cut the potatoes into chip shapes, then rinse them in cold water.
3. Cook the chips in simmering water until tender, then drain and let them dry.
4. Heat oil in a deep fryer or large pan, and fry the chips until golden brown and crispy.
5. In a separate pan, heat the beans until warmed through.
6. Fry the free-range eggs in a little oil, seasoning with salt and pepper.
7. Serve the gammon sliced with the chips and beans on the side, topped with a fried egg.

how to serve Wiltshire Gammon with Triple Cooked Homemade Chips and Beans

Serve Wiltshire Gammon with Triple Cooked Homemade Chips and Beans hot.
Place sliced gammon on a plate, add a pile of chips, spoon beans to the side, and top with a fried egg.
A wedge of lemon or a small salad adds freshness.

how to store Wiltshire Gammon with Triple Cooked Homemade Chips and Beans

Store cooled gammon and beans in airtight containers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Keep chips separate in the fridge and re-crisp them in a hot oven before serving.
Do not leave eggs at room temperature for long; eat within a day if stored.

tips to make Wiltshire Gammon with Triple Cooked Homemade Chips and Beans

• Dry the chips well after boiling to get extra crispness when frying.
• Use medium-hot oil and fry in batches to keep oil temperature steady.
• Rest the cooked gammon for a few minutes before slicing to keep juices.
  For more serving ideas with meat-based mains, see our beef meatballs with onion mushroom gravy and mashed potatoes post.

variation for Wiltshire Gammon with Triple Cooked Homemade Chips and Beans

• Swap canned beans for butter beans or baked beans for different taste.
• Add mustard or a parsley sauce to the gammon for extra flavor.
• Make chips in the oven for a lower-fat option.

FAQs about Wiltshire Gammon with Triple Cooked Homemade Chips and Beans

Q: How long should I cook the Wiltshire gammon?
A: Cook until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C) or follow the pack instructions; boiling or roasting works well.

Q: Can I make the chips ahead of time?
A: Yes. Parboil and cool the chips in advance, then fry or roast them just before serving to re-crisp.

Q: What pan or fryer should I use to fry the chips?
A: A deep pan or a small deep fryer works well for chips. Buy it here if you want a dedicated fryer.

Q: Can I use smoked gammon instead of Wiltshire gammon?
A: Yes, smoked gammon adds more smoky flavor and is a good substitute.

Q: Is it safe to reheat gammon?
A: Reheat to steaming hot and eat within a couple of days for best quality.

Wiltshire Gammon with Triple Cooked Homemade Chips and Beans

A simple, hearty meal featuring salty gammon, crisp chips, soft beans, and a runny egg, perfect for a weekend lunch or cozy family dinner.

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Cook Time 50 minutes mins

Total Time 1 hour hr 10 minutes mins

Course Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine British

Servings 4 servings

Calories 650 kcal

Ingredients

  

Main Ingredients

• 1 kg Wiltshire gammon Can use smoked gammon for different flavor
• 4 pieces Free-range eggs Fry in a little oil
• 800 g Potatoes For making chips, peeled and cut
• 400 g Canned beans Can substitute with fresh beans
• to taste Salt and pepper For seasoning
• Oil for frying Use medium-hot oil for frying chips

Instructions

 

Preparation

• Prepare the gammon by boiling or roasting it until fully cooked.
• While the gammon is cooking, peel and cut the potatoes into chip shapes, then rinse them in cold water.

Cooking Chips

• Cook the chips in simmering water until tender, then drain and let them dry.
• Heat oil in a deep fryer or large pan, and fry the chips until golden brown and crispy.

Finishing Touches

• In a separate pan, heat the beans until warmed through.
• Fry the free-range eggs in a little oil, seasoning with salt and pepper.
• Serve the gammon sliced with the chips and beans on the side, topped with a fried egg.

Notes

For extra crispness, dry the chips well after boiling. Rest the cooked gammon for a few minutes before slicing to keep juices.

Keyword Comfort Food, easy recipes, Family Dinner, Homemade Chips, Wiltshire Gammon