If you’re short on time and want something tropical and unique on your table that looks amazing, ham steak with pineapple is the recipe for you. For ham lovers, this is a must-try recipe! Keep reading to learn how to cook ham steak with pineapple.
The flavors of ham and pineapple complement each other incredibly well, as demonstrated by this dish. Pineapple helps balance out the ham’s saltiness when cooking ham steaks. It gives your ham steaks just the right amount of sweetness.
What Is Ham Steak?
Ham steak is simply a thick slice of ham taken from a whole roast, either bone-in or boneless. When you don’t have enough people to justify cooking a complete roast of ham but have a great craving for it, ham steak is ideal.
The great thing about ham steaks is that they are often already precooked and require minimal cooking, making them ideal for weeknight dinners.
How to Cook Ham Steak with Pineapple
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pounds ham steaks
- 1 tbsp. brown sugar
- 8 canned pineapple rings, drained
- 1 tsp. Dijon mustard
- â…› tsp. ground cloves
- 2 tbsp. pineapple juice
Instructions Â
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Thickly slice the ham.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place the ham steaks on it.
- Place the pineapple slices on top of the ham steak slices.
- Whisk brown sugar, pineapple juice, mustard, and cloves together in a small mixing bowl. Drizzle this sauce over ham steaks.
- Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the ham steaks are cooked completely and the glaze has just begun to brown.
- Serve right away.
How to Cook Ham Steak with Pineapple
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pounds ham steaks
- 1 tbsp. brown sugar
- 8 canned pineapple rings drained
- 1 tsp. Dijon mustard
- â…› tsp. ground cloves
- 2 tbsp. pineapple juice
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Thickly slice the ham.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place the ham steaks on it.
- Place the pineapple slices on top of the ham steak slices.
- Whisk brown sugar, pineapple juice, mustard, and cloves together in a small mixing bowl. Drizzle this sauce over ham steaks.
- Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the ham steaks are cooked completely and the glaze has just begun to brown.
- Serve right away.
How to Grill a ham steak
Want to grill your ham steak instead of using the oven? Put the ham steak on the grill and cook for 5-7 minutes on each side or until heated through and grill marks appear. Remove it from the grill and let rest for a few minutes before serving.
What to Serve with Pineapple Ham Steak?
The possibilities for side dishes are limitless; here are a few ideas:
- Roasted Potatoes
- Fried Rice
- Oven-Baked BBQ Fries
- Roasted Vegetables
- Mac And Cheese
How Can I Make My Ham Steak Less Salty?
Regardless of when or how you use ham steaks, they may be overly salty for some individuals due to their curing process.
You can remove some of the excess salt by soaking the steak in water for 5-10 minutes and then draining the water.
What Can I Use In Place Of The Pineapple?
We know that some people may be allergic to pineapple. If such is the case, you can substitute different fruits in this recipe.
For example, ham pairs well with mango, orange, or peach. Numerous people have successfully substituted orange or lemon juice for pineapple juice in this recipe, which adds the ideal balance of tartness and sweetness.
What Are Some Substitutes For Brown Sugar In This Recipe?
You can substitute brown sugar with honey or maple syrup. Another option is to try agave. If you are looking for a healthy sweetener, agave nectar/agave syrup can be a perfect option for pineapple ham steak.
Utilize a 3/4 ratio of agave in place of brown sugar. Use 3/4 cup agave nectar in place of 1 cup brown sugar.
What Can I Do With Leftover Pineapple Ham Steaks?
The leftover pineapple ham steak is excellent for sandwiches the next day, hearty soups, or weeknight casseroles.
