I went to the store and bought some ham. When I got home and started slićing it, I saw this. I have no idea what it is or how it ended up inside the ham. Does anyone know what this is? Check the first comment for the answer 👇

4. Tiny Holes or Pitted Surfaces
Occasionally, ham may have small holes or an uneven, slightly spongy texture.

This can happen during:

Injection curing (where brine is pumped into the meat)

Mechanical tenderizing

Processing and shaping

What to know:

It’s usually a result of manufacturing

It doesn’t automatically mean the ham is unsafe

Texture may feel slightly different but still edible

If the holes look excessive or are paired with unusual odor or stickiness, it’s better to be cautious.