Meat

Is Ham Halal?

Haram

Ham is haram. Ham is pork unless clearly labelled as a halal turkey or chicken alternative.

TypeMeat
Comes fromCured pork leg.
Names on labels10

Names to look for on labels

  • prosciutto
  • gammon
  • jamón
  • serrano

On labels from other countries

  • jambon
  • schinken
  • jamón cocido
  • presunto
  • prosciutto cotto

What to do

Avoid products containing this unless the pack clearly states a halal source or carries a recognised halal certification.

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Frequently asked questions

Is ham halal?

Ham is haram. Ham is pork unless clearly labelled as a halal turkey or chicken alternative.

Where does ham come from?

Cured pork leg.

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Last reviewed 2026-10-06. How we decide · Suggest a correction