Smoked Hams for Christmas

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Coconut sugar offers a lower glycemic index.

honey

🥗Healthier: agave syrup

💰Cheaper: corn syrup

Agave syrup is a vegan alternative.

smoke wood chips

🥗Healthier: herb-infused oils

💰Cheaper: liquid smoke

Herb oils provide flavor without the need for smoking.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: liquid aminos

Tamari is gluten-free and offers similar umami flavor.

Remove the ham from the package, being careful of the juices.

Place the ham directly on the grill without any additional seasoning.

Fire up the Outlaw stick burner with Royal Oak charcoal, maintaining a temperature of 275°F.

Once the coals are ready, add splits of hickory wood for smoke flavor.

Place the hams on the grill, arranging them evenly with butt and shank portions alternating.

Close the lid and smoke the hams for about 2 hours at 275°F.

Prepare the glaze by mixing the brown sugar packet with orange juice in a bowl.

Once the ham reaches an internal temperature of 130°F, brush the glaze over the hams.

Let the glaze caramelize for about 45 minutes to an hour, monitoring to prevent burning.

Remove the hams from the grill and let them rest for about an hour, covered with aluminum foil.

Place the hams in gift bags for presentation.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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