Description
Sizzling honey mustard ham steaks deliver a perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors that elevate weeknight dinners. Quick and easy preparation makes this dish a delightful choice for home cooks seeking a satisfying meal you’ll savor with every delicious bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 2 ham steaks (bone-in or boneless, about 1 lb or 454 g each)
Glaze Ingredients:
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard (or yellow mustard for a milder taste)
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Cooking Fat:
- 1 tablespoon butter (or olive oil)
Instructions
- Whisk honey, Dijon mustard, brown sugar, garlic powder, and black pepper in a mixing vessel until the glaze achieves a smooth, glossy consistency.
- Evaluate the flavor profile, tweaking the balance between sweetness and tanginess by incrementally adding more honey or mustard to suit personal preference.
- Ensure the glaze coats the ham steaks evenly, creating a harmonious blend of caramelized sugars and sharp mustard undertones.
- Brush the prepared mixture generously over the ham steaks, allowing the ingredients to meld and create a rich, glistening surface.
- For optimal flavor penetration and caramelization, consider letting the glazed ham steaks rest briefly before cooking or serving, which allows the ingredients to infuse deeply into the meat.
Notes
- Marinate ham steaks for deeper flavor by letting them sit in the honey mustard mixture for 15-30 minutes before cooking.
- Opt for low-sodium ham if watching salt intake, which pairs perfectly with the sweet and tangy glaze.
- Grill or pan-sear ham steaks over medium-high heat to achieve a beautiful caramelized exterior without drying out the meat.
- Serve with roasted vegetables or a light salad to balance the rich, sweet glaze and create a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: None
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 1300 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg