This glazed Ham Steak Recipe with Brown Sugar Glaze is a fresh change from the standard grilled fare. The ham steak is glazed with an easy four-ingredient brown sugar honey mustard sauce that will leave you longing for more.
I love to serve this with baked mac and cheese and southern green beans, but it is equally delicious with omelets and buttermilk pancakes.
I like to prepare this recipe on the grill, but you could do it in a large skillet or under the broiler. Read more below on how to do that. This recipe is perfect for small families or couples who love ham but do not want to bake a whole ham. Sometimes, those whole hams can lead to days of eating ham. This is an easy, quick, and delicious alternative.
What is Ham Steak?
A ham steak is just a slice from a whole ham roast. It is perfect for small families, couples, and when you may need a small amount of ham for a recipe. You can find them in your local grocery store beside the packaged smoked whole hams and other pork cuts.
Ingredient Notes and Substitutions
- Ham steak: preferably with a bone in it. The ham steaks cut with bone-in are the most tender and have the best flavor.
- Honey: You can substitute pure maple syrup for the honey.
- Mustard: I like to use Dijon mustard for a touch of acidity from the wine but you can use regular mustard or spicy brown mustard.
- Vinegar: apple cider vinegar is my go-to but white vinegar works too.
How to Cook Ham Steak
First, preheat your grill to medium heat or about 350 degrees. In a small pan over low heat, combine the brown sugar, honey, Dijon mustard, and apple cider vinegar. Simmer over low heat until the brown sugar is dissolved.
Add the steak to the grill over direct heat and baste the top with the honey mustard glaze. Once basted, flip and baste the other side. Close the lid and cook for about 4 minutes. While the steak is cooking, take a few quick peeks and ensure the fire is not flaring up. Now flip once again and baste the top. Again, close the lid and cook for about 4 minutes.
Preparation Tips
- Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste, but easy on the salt because ham is cured with salt.
- Keep an eye on the grill to avoid any flare-ups.
- Leftovers are great in soup recipes like Split Pea Soup Recipe and Ham and Bean Soup.
Serving Suggestions
For a full ham steak dinner, enjoy it with any number of side dishes, such as Southern potato salad, deviled eggs, fried potatoes, cheesy cauliflower and broccoli casserole, homemade biscuits, baked beans, or fried apples.
Storage and Reheat
Store leftovers in a large zipper bag or airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat in the microwave at reduced power for short increments until warm.
Frequently Asked Questions
Add a little butter to a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ham steak and cook for about 3 minutes while basting the top with the brown sugar glaze. Flip the ham and cook for about 3 minutes while basting the top. Then, flip the ham and cook for about 3 more minutes while basting that side again.
To cook under the broiler, place the ham steak on an oven-safe rack over an aluminum foil-covered baking sheet. Brush the glaze mixture on the top and place the ham steak under the broiler on low about 3-4 inches from the heat source.
Broil for about 3-5 minutes or until the glaze is bubbly and lightly browned. Then, flip the ham steak and brush the other side with the glaze. Broil for another 3-5 minutes or until browned.
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Ham Steak Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 ham steak 1-1 1/4 lbs
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup honey
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
Instructions
- Preheat grill to medium or 350 degrees. In a saucepan over low heat, combine the brown sugar, honey, Dijon mustard, and cider vinegar. Simmer over low heat until the brown sugar is dissolved.
- Place the ham steak on the grill over direct heat and brush the top with the brown sugar glaze. Once basted, flip and baste the other side.
- Close the lid and cook for 4 minutes. Flip once again and baste the top. Again close the lid and cook for 4 minutes.
Notes
- The ham steaks cut with bone-in are the most tender with the best flavor.
- You can substitute pure maple syrup for the honey.
- Keep an eye on the grill to avoid any flare-ups.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste but easy on the salt because ham is cured with salt.
- Store leftovers in a large zipper bag or airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Nutrition
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Olivia Sanders
This brown sugar glazed ham is delicious! Thanks for the tasty new recipe. This is sure to become a regular at our house,
Beth Pierce
Thanks, Olivia! I am so glad that you like the ham steak!
Brian Westfault
Ham isn’t my favorite meat BUT I admit that a good glaze can makes all the difference. My wife made this ham steak and it was pretty darn good!
Beth Pierce
Glad that you liked it Brian!
Wayne N
Great ham steak recipe. We loved the glaze. It was the perfect size for me and my wife. Thanks for always sharing the best recipes!
Beth Pierce
You are most welcome, Wayne!
Rob A
This was a delicious recipe! I loved the glaze. It really made the meal!
B
Is there a way to make extra glaze and keep it for future meals?
Beth Pierce
Sure once cooled store in an airtight container on the refrigerator for up to 10 days.
Jessica Crease
Please share the pasta recipe in the picture!!!!
Beth Pierce
Please tell me what picture. Facebook? Homepage?
Jessica
Whatever the pasta is in the picture with the ham on this recipe!
Beth Pierce
It is just a little leftover penne pasta with a simple cheese sauce and some spices. I do not have that one written up, as I just wing it.
Ron Zoso
I made this last night with corn on the cob, really tasty dish. Already added more ham steaks to the grocery list to make again.
Beth Pierce
Thanks Ron! I am happy to hear that you like it!
Ali
Hi there. Is this with fresh ham steak?
Beth Pierce
This is with a cured ham steak.
Beti
I love, LOVE this! It’s incredibly delicious! We all loved it!
Beth Pierce
Thank you! So glad that you liked it!
katerina
This is incredibly delicious! My family loved it!
Sandra
I love how quick and easy this is!! Thanks so much for sharing the recipe!
Erin
This is seriously making me hungry! I need these in my life!!!
Juliane
This was so very good and easy to prepare. My family really enjoyed it and I will make it again. 👏👏👏👏
Amanda
The honey mustard and ham worked perfectly together. I will be making again very soon!
Beth Pierce
Thanks Amanda! So happy that you liked it!
Amy
Is this ham steak pre-cooked? I ask because we buy a whole pig and I have many ham steaks. Many recipes I find are for how to cook a pre-cooked ham steak like you buy at the grocery. I can’t figure out how to cook the ones from my freezer. Thank you for any guidance!
Beth Pierce
Yes these are pre-smoked and cured ham steaks.
david sumter
i love ham steaks and my family rolls there eyes when i fix it.fixed this one tonight and had to break up fights for the last piece! might do some fresh pineapple next time. awesome!
Beth Pierce
Thanks David! So glad that everyone liked it. Or try my pineapple casserole. It is so delicious!