The Development of a Poultry Ham Product

Turkey ham rolls were prepared from turkey thigh meat in a series of experiments using several levels of salt and sugar, Kena, or water. They were also cooked in a smoker, in a water bath, or canned. Poultry ham rolls were also made using meat from broilers and light and heavy fowl. Results showed that the most acceptable poultry ham rolls were made by: 1) beating with .5% Kena and at least 1% salt; 2) using turkey thighs or entire broilers or heavy fowl; and 3) adding as much as 20% water for an increased yield (based on ingredients other than the added water).