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Learn the best way to cook ham steaks with my Glazed Ham Steak Recipe! Turn ham slices into delicious fried ham in 10 minutes or less using simple ingredients. A hearty, satisfying ham dinner has never been so easy!
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Ham steaks are truly one of those comfort foods that make an easy dinner feel nostalgic! Every time I take home a package of ham steaks from the store, I mentally mark off a day as one where I practically won't need to cook. They're just that easy.
When you're thinking about how to cook ham steaks and looking for ham steak recipes, treat it like a miniature ham! Just like the whole ham, ham steaks are smoked and ready to eat, perfect for slathering with glaze. But unlike a ham that takes hours to cook, ham slice is done in 10 minutes or less!
Looking for a hearty ham dinner for any time of year, done in a fraction of the time than it would take to cook a whole ham? Then you're going to love learning how to cook a ham steak! Even better, you can mix and match the glaze to use your favorite.
Ham Steak Recipe Ingredients
- Ham steaks
- Rosemary
- Butter
- Ham steak glaze
Ham Steak Glaze
- Light brown sugar
- Garlic powder
- Ground cloves
- Apple cider vinegar
- Dijon mustard
- Worcestershire sauce
How to Cook Ham Steak
- In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, rosemary, and ground cloves.
- Add the butter to a skillet over medium heat. Once melted, add the ham steaks and cook for 3-5 minutes on each side, until browned.
- Spoon half of the glaze over the top of the ham steaks, spreading it evenly across the surface.
- Flip the ham steak, and add glaze to the other side. Cook for 3-5 minutes, or until browned and the glaze has become thick and sticky.
- Serve immediately, and enjoy!
Ham Steak Recipes Tips
- The glaze for this recipe is perfect for customizing! I love adding a pinch of cinnamon to compliment the cloves, or swapping the Dijon out for Honeycup mustard!
- Depending on how thickly cut your ham steaks are, you may need to cook the ham for less or more time to heat it through. Don't cook it too long, or it can get tough!
- Save any leftover glaze to pour over the steaks before serving!
Glazed Ham Steak FAQs
Ham steaks are quick and easy, leaving a lot of time to prepare sides! I like using ham steaks to make miniature Easter or Thanksgiving dinners, so I pair them with mashed potatoes, sweet potato casserole, fresh rolls and green beans. They're also the perfect protein to pair with leftovers for an even faster meal!
On the stove, it takes 10 minutes to cook a ham steak, cooking them roughly 3-5 minutes per side depending on the thickness of the steak. When cooking them in the oven, bake the steaks for 35-45 minutes.
Technically, ham steaks are already fully cooked, and so can be safely eaten right out of the fridge. However, cooking the steaks with glaze will add so much depth of flavor, and will enhance the texture of the steaks.
The secret to keeping ham steaks from getting dry is using plenty of glaze, and making sure to remove them from the heat as soon as they're fully warmed. If you're cooking them longer, such as in the oven, make sure the steaks are completely submerged in liquid so they don't run the risk of drying out.
How to Cook Ham Steak in the Oven
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- Mix the glaze, then pour it in a small baking dish, large enough for the ham steaks without much more room. Add the ham steaks and brush the tops with glaze.
- Add enough extra liquid so that the steaks are completely covered. Water or broth works well.
- Bake for 35-45 minutes, until the steaks are tender and the glaze thick and sticky.
- Serve!
Looking to use the skillet for a different side, or just hoping for a meal with less hands-on time? Then follow these instructions for how to bake ham steak! It's just as easy and delicious, but takes a little more time than frying them in a pan.
Pork Dinner Ideas
- Ham and Cheese Sliders
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- Instant Pot Ham and Bean Soup
- Onion Pork Chops
- Pressure Cooker Ham
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Ham Steak Recipe
Equipment
- Skillet
Ingredients
Ham Steaks
- 1 package Ham steaks
- 1 teaspoon Rosemary chopped
- 1 Tablespoon Butter
Ham Steak Glaze
- ¼ cup Light brown sugar packed
- ½ teaspoon Garlic powder
- ⅛ teaspoon Ground cloves
- 1 teaspoon Apple cider vinegar
- 1 Tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
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Instructions
- In a small bowl combine brown sugar, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, rosemary, and ground cloves together.¼ cup Light brown sugar, ½ teaspoon Garlic powder, ⅛ teaspoon Ground cloves, 1 teaspoon Apple cider vinegar, 1 Tablespoon Dijon mustard, 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce, 1 teaspoon Rosemary
- Add butter to a skillet over medium heat. Once melted add ham steaks and cook for 3-5 minutes on each side, or until browned.1 package Ham steaks, 1 Tablespoon Butter
- Spoon half of the glaze mixture over the top of the ham steaks and smooth evenly across.
- Flip the ham steaks and add the second half of the glaze. Cook for 3-5 minutes, or until browned and the glaze has become thick and sticky.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
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Notes
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- The glaze for this recipe is perfect for customizing! I love adding a pinch of cinnamon to compliment the cloves, or swapping the Dijon out for Honeycup mustard!
- Depending on how thickly cut your ham steaks are, you may need to cook the ham for less or more time to heat it through. Don't cook it too long, or it can get tough!
- Save any leftover glaze to pour over the steaks before serving!
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