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Hawaiian Ham Steaks are a delightful dish that combines the savory flavor of ham with the tropical sweetness of pineapple.
Typically, the ham steaks are grilled or pan-seared to perfection and then glazed with a luscious sauce made from pineapple juice, brown sugar, and sometimes a hint of soy sauce for added depth.
This Hawaiian-inspired dish offers a perfect balance of smoky, salty, and sweet flavors, creating a memorable culinary experience reminiscent of the islands.
Ingredients for Hawaiian Ham Steaks
To prepare Hawaiian Ham Steaks, you’ll need ham steaks, fresh pineapple, brown sugar, pineapple juice, and optionally, soy sauce for a flavorful and tropical glaze.
- 4 ham steaks, 5 oz each
- 1/2 cup sliced red pepper
- 1/2 cup sliced green pepper
- 1 cup fresh pineapple, chopped
- 2 cups yams, cooked and mashed or 1lb canned
- 1/2 cup chicken brothj
- 2 tsp soy sauce
- 2 tsp lemon zest
- 2 tsp orange zest
- 2 tsp ginger, minced or 1/2 tsp ground ginger
- 3/4 tsp curry powder
- 2 Tablespoons slivered almonds (optional)
How to Make Hawaiian Ham Steaks
STEP 1: Preheat oven to 400F
STEP 2: Prepare 9 x 13 baking dish
STEP 3: Mix peppers, pineapple, soy sauce, chicken broth, lemon zest, orange zest, ginger, and curry
STEP 4: Place yams on bottom of baking dish
STEP 5: Spread vegetable mix over yams
STEP 6: Sear ham in hot skillet, 30 seconds per side (optional)
STEP 7: Place ham over vegetable mix
STEP 8: Sprinkle slivered almonds over top
STEP 9: Bake at least 12 minutes, checking ham every couple of minutes after
Frequently Asked Questions
Is ham steak just a thick cut of ham?
A ham steak is just a thin slice of ham, usually from the leg or shank of a pig, making it a handy option for a small serving of ham without needing a whole ham roast; and the best thing is, it’s easy to cook with.
What does Hawaiian ham taste like?
Hawaiian Ham Steaks taste amazing! They have just the right mix of sweetness from the Pineapple Sauce and saltiness from the ham. Plus, they cook faster than a whole ham, making them a speedy and tasty dinner option loved by the whole family.
Is a coffee cake a crumb cake?
Some folks mix up crumb cake with coffee cake, but there’s a significant difference. Typically, coffee cake has a crumbly streusel topping, while crumb cake is basically equal parts crumb and cake.
What’s the difference between ham and ham steak?
It’s a big slice of meat usually taken from the middle of the pork leg, usually about an inch thick. Unlike a whole ham, which can be really heavy at 10 to 20 pounds, a ham steak is a smaller piece that’s great for a fast and simple meal.
Can you eat ham steak without cooking?
Hams are of two types: ready-to-eat or not. Ready-to-eat hams, like prosciutto and cooked hams, can be eaten straight from the package. But fresh hams and those treated only to destroy trichinae need to be cooked by the consumer before eating, which can involve methods like heating, freezing, or curing in the processing plant.
Hawaiian Ham Steak is a mouthwatering dish that consists of thick slices of ham cooked to perfection, typically grilled or pan-seared.
What sets this dish apart is the delicious Pineapple Sauce that adds a perfect balance of sweetness to the savory ham. Hawaiian Ham Steak makes for a convenient and flavorful meal that’s bound to satisfy with its tropical flair.
I hope you give it a try and let me know what you think in the comments below!
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Enjoy and happy cooking!
How to Make Hawaiian Ham Steaks
Ingredients
- 4 ham steaks 5 oz each
- 1/2 cup sliced red pepper
- 1/2 cup sliced green pepper
- 1 cup fresh pineapple chopped
- 2 cups yams cooked and mashed or 1lb canned
- 1/2 cup chicken brothj
- 2 tsp soy sauce
- 2 tsp lemon zest
- 2 tsp orange zest
- 2 tsp ginger minced or 1/2 tsp ground ginger
- 3/4 tsp curry powder
- 2 Tablespoons slivered almonds optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400F
- Prepare 9 x 13 baking dish
- Mix peppers, pineapple, soy sauce, chicken broth, lemon zest, orange zest, ginger, and curry
- Place yams on bottom of baking dish
- Spread vegetable mix over yams
- Sear ham in hot skillet, 30 seconds per side (optional)
- Place ham over vegetable mix
- Sprinkle slivered almonds over top
- Bake at least 12 minutes, checking ham every couple of minutes after
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