QiMeal
Grilled Glazed Ham Steaks
Grilled Glazed Ham Steaks · ready in 20 min · 4 servings · 280 kcal per serving · easy · 5 ingredients
Juicy ham steaks are gently grilled until smoky and caramelized, then brushed with a warm, tangy glaze that balances sweetness, citrus brightness, and subtle spice.
- Prep
- 5 min
- Cook
- 15 min
- Total
- 20 min
- Serves
- 4
- kcal
- 280
- Difficulty
- easy
Ingredients · 4 servings
- 40 gDijon mustard
- 30 gLemon juice
- 2 gGround cinnamon
- 680 gHam steaks
- 120 gFruit preserves
Equipment
grill, stovetop, basting brush, chef knife, cutting board, saucepan, serving platter, tongs, wooden spoon
Instructions
- Prepare glaze
Prepare the glaze by gathering ingredients and stirring fruit preserves, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and ground cinnamon in a small saucepan over low heat until smooth. · 3 min
What to look for: smooth and glossy
- Score ham
Score the fatty edges of the ham steaks with shallow cuts to prevent curling during grilling. · 2 min
What to look for: shallow cuts along fat
- Grill ham
Grill the ham steaks over medium heat, turning once and brushing with the glaze during the last few minutes, then transfer to a platter and serve. · 14 min
When it is done: Ham is hot throughout and reaches at least 60°C / 140°F at the center.
Nutrition (per serving)
| kcal | 280 |
|---|---|
| Protein | 28 g |
| Carbohydrates | 12 g |
| of which sugars | 10 g |
| Fat | 12 g |
| of which saturated | 5 g |
| Fibre | 1 g |
| Sodium | 1150 mg |
Nutri-ScoreD
Allergens
Contains: mustard
Storage and reheating
- Fridge: up to 3 days
- Freezer: yes, up to 2 months
Ingredient substitutions
Dijon mustard
- whole grain mustard: Adds texture and slightly stronger mustard flavor.
- yellow mustard: More acidic and less complex than Dijon.
Lemon juice
- lime juice: Slightly sharper citrus flavor.
- apple cider vinegar: Dilute slightly to avoid overpowering acidity.
Ground cinnamon
- ground nutmeg: Use sparingly to avoid overpowering flavor.
- allspice: Adds warm spice notes similar to cinnamon.
Ham steaks
- pork loin chops: Cook thoroughly to safe internal temperature.
- turkey ham steaks: Lower fat alternative with milder flavor.
