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- Fully cooked bone-in ham steak:<\/strong> Look for a bone-in ham steak that\u2019s about 1 inch thick. You can substitute boneless ham in a pinch, but the bone-in ham is more flavorful and tender.<\/li>\n
- Butter and brown sugar:<\/strong> We make a simple glaze with melted butter and brown sugar. It cooks in the same skillet as the ham steak so you can keep the dishes to a minimum.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Directions<\/h2>\n
Step 1: Sear the ham steak<\/h3>\n
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In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ham steak on both sides. Remove the ham, and drain any excess grease.<\/p>\n
Step 2: Glaze the ham steak<\/h3>\n
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In the same skillet, melt the butter. Stir in the brown sugar. Return ham to the skillet, and cook until a thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the meat reads 140\u00b0F, turning often.<\/p>\n
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Recipe Variations<\/h2>\n
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- Add depth to the glaze:<\/strong> Balance the sweetness with herbs, spices or other seasonings. Try adding a dash of prepared mustard, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce or vinegar.<\/li>\n
- Use another ham glaze:<\/strong> Swap in your favorite sweet citrus or bourbon ham glaze. If you need inspiration, check out our top Easter ham recipes<\/a> and Christmas ham recipes<\/a>.<\/li>\n
- Serve with pineapple:<\/strong> Juicy pineapple pairs exceptionally well with ham. Top the ham steak with pineapple slices or pineapple salsa<\/a>. You can also add crushed pineapple to the skillet to make pineapple-glazed ham<\/a>.<\/li>\n
- Use another cooking method:<\/strong> To give the ham a slightly smoky flavor, make a grilled ham steak<\/a>. To bake it, set it on a baking sheet, and bake in a 350\u00b0 oven for 20 to 25 minutes, until heated through.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
How to Store Ham Steak<\/h2>\n
If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to four days. Be sure to include any juices that are in the skillet. You can reheat ham steak in the microwave or on the stovetop, or use the extra meat to make leftover ham recipes<\/a> like split pea soup or breakfast casserole.<\/p>\n
Ham Steak Tips<\/h2>\n
What is ham steak?<\/h3>\n
Ham steak is sliced from the ham, or the pig\u2019s hind leg. These steaks can be bone-in or boneless and range from 1\/2 inch to 2 inches thick. Some butchers sell fresh ham steak, but most ham steaks are cut from a type of ham<\/a> known as city ham. Ham steak is cured with brine, so you don’t need to add much (or any) salt to it at home. It’s also fully cooked, so it reheats quickly.<\/p>\n
How can you tell when ham steak is done cooking?<\/h3>\n
With ham, it can be a little difficult to tell when it\u2019s done just by looking at it. That\u2019s why it’s good to know the food-safe cooking temperatures<\/a> when you cook ham. Ham steak is fully cooked when you purchase it, so you should only heat it to 140\u00b0. If you cook it longer than that, it will start to get tough and chewy.<\/p>\n
What can you serve with ham steaks?<\/h3>\n
Ham is one of those versatile meats that pretty much pairs with anything and everything. Since we cook this ham steak on the stovetop, it makes sense to serve it with skillet side dishes<\/a> like green beans or glazed Brussels sprouts. Ham steak also goes well with hearty dishes like mashed potatoes<\/a> and mac and cheese<\/a>. For brunch, enjoy it with eggs and breakfast potatoes<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
How can you tell when ham steak is done cooking? <\/h3>With ham, it can be a little difficult to tell when it\u2019s done just by looking at it. That\u2019s why you need to know the food-safe cooking temperatures<\/a> every time you cook. Since the ham steak is already fully cooked when you purchase it, you should heat it only to 140\u00b0F. If you cook it longer than that, it will start to get tough and chewy. \r\n
What can you serve with ham steaks? <\/h3>Ham is one of those versatile meats that pretty much pairs well with anything and everything. Since this ham steak is cooked on the stove, it makes sense to match it up with other side dishes made in skillets<\/a>. If you\u2019re looking for something on the healthy side, try these healthier side dishes<\/a>.\r\n
How should you store leftovers of ham steak? <\/h3>If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Be sure to include any juices that are in the pan, as this will help keep the ham moist and tender.
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