Description
This Glazed Ham Steaks recipe features tender, flavorful ham steaks cooked in a sweet and tangy brown sugar and honey glaze. Perfectly seared and caramelized in a skillet, this easy dish comes together in just 20 minutes, making it an ideal choice for a quick weeknight dinner or a comforting meal any day of the week.
Ingredients
Scale
Glaze Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar (use all brown sugar or all honey instead of both)
- 1 tablespoon honey (or try maple syrup)
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard (or any grainy mustard)
- ½ tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- â…› teaspoon ground black pepper
Ham Steaks
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter (â…› stick)
- 16 ounces cooked ham steaks (1 (8-ounce) steak), boneless or bone-in both work
Instructions
- Prepare the glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, honey, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, and ground black pepper until well combined to create a smooth glaze.
- Melt the butter: Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat and melt the unsalted butter, ensuring the pan is evenly coated and ready for cooking the ham steaks.
- Cook the ham steaks: Place the ham steaks in the skillet and cook each side for about 3-4 minutes until lightly browned, developing a warm, golden crust.
- Glaze the ham: Brush both sides of the ham steaks generously with the prepared glaze and continue cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes per side, allowing the glaze to caramelize and create a delicious sticky coating.
- Serve: Remove the ham steaks from the skillet, slice each steak in half if desired, and serve immediately while hot and flavorful. Enjoy your glazed ham steaks!
Notes
- You can substitute honey with maple syrup for a different sweetness profile.
- Both boneless and bone-in ham steaks work well for this recipe.
- If you prefer a stronger mustard flavor, use grainy mustard instead of Dijon.
- Adjust the sweetness by using all brown sugar or all honey according to your taste preference.
- For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of smoked paprika or a splash of Worcestershire sauce to the glaze.
