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Dr. Tony Pescatore, Ph.D.
Interim Department Chair

900 W.P. Garrigus Building Lexington, KY 40546-0215

+1 (859) 257-2686

Swine Discovery - Retail Cuts - Fresh Ham Shank Portion

Swine Discovery - Retail Cuts - Fresh Ham Shank Portion

Swine Discovery - Retail Cuts - Fresh Ham Shank Portion


Cut taken from the Ham Fresh Ham Shank Portion
Swine - Retail Cut - Fresh Ham Shank
  • Large cut taken from the lower half of the Ham.  It tapers in size from the butt face to the hock.
  • Contains round leg bone.
  • Contains several large muscles.
  • Has some fat and connective tissue separating the muscles, and some fat on the outside.  The shank end of the cut is covered with skin.

*Cookery Method = Dry or Moist

Contact Information

Dr. Tony Pescatore, Ph.D.
Interim Department Chair

900 W.P. Garrigus Building Lexington, KY 40546-0215

+1 (859) 257-2686