how long to cook smoked ham hocks
Transfer the ham hock to a large saucepan. Place the ham hock in a large, heavy saucepan and add 2 cups (500 ml) of water, or enough water to cover the cut of meat by about 1 inch (2.5 cm). 3. Bring the water to a boil.et the ham hock simmer steadily for 1 to 2 hours. 1  Check the meat every 30 minutes or so after the first hour. 2  Ham hocks can withstand a long amount of cooking since it is such a tough cut of meat.