Gammon hock , cut from the bottom of the hind leg of the pig and cured, they frequently salted before being cooked slowly so that the meat is soft and delicious . A gammon hock can be used in lots of meals from soups to sandwiches and even salads. And is a great low cost option. Information Storage Suitable for home freezing. Ideally freeze as soon as possible after purchase but always by the ‘use by’ date shown. Defrost thoroughly for a minimum of 24 hours in a refrigerator. Once defrosted use on the same day and do not refreeze. Follow the preparation guidelines above. Keep refrigerated. Once opened, consume within 24 hours and by 'use by' date shown. Cooking Instructions Oven from frozen Instructions: Not suitable for cooking from frozen. Microwave Instructions: Not suitable for microwave cooking.