Description
Mouthwatering ham glaze elevates classic holiday centerpieces with sweet and tangy perfection. Succulent glazed ham promises delightful flavor combinations that will impress dinner guests and make memorable meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (240 ml) brown sugar
- ½ cup (120 ml) honey
- ¼ cup (60 ml) Dijon mustard or yellow mustard
- ¼ cup (60 ml) orange juice or pineapple juice
- 2 tbsps (30 ml) apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground cloves or allspice
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp salt
Instructions
- Glaze Preparation: Merge brown sugar, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, and honey into a compact saucepan, positioning over medium thermal intensity.
- Blending Process: Whisk ingredients continuously, transforming the mixture until sugar completely dissolves and liquid reaches a gentle, rolling simmer.
- Reduction Phase: Lower thermal setting, allowing the glaze to gently bubble and concentrate, developing a rich, glossy consistency for approximately 5 minutes.
- Cooling Interval: Remove saucepan from heat source, permitting the glaze to rest and slightly condense, creating a smooth, spreadable texture.
- Ham Glazing Technique: Position fully cooked ham in preheated oven, systematically brushing the crafted glaze across the surface during final 20-30 minutes of roasting. Reapply every 10 minutes to develop deep caramelization, creating a glistening, flavor-packed exterior that enhances the ham’s natural succulence.
Notes
- Maintain medium-low temperature to prevent sugar from burning and creating bitter undertones in the glaze.
- Stir consistently while heating to ensure smooth, even sugar dissolution and prevent grainy texture.
- Apply multiple thin layers during final baking stage for maximum caramelization and rich, deep flavor penetration.
- If glaze becomes too thick, gently thin with a tablespoon of water or fruit juice to maintain perfect brushing texture.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg