Glazed Pineapple Ham Steak Recipe

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Coconut sugar is less processed and has a lower glycemic index.

honey

🥗Healthier: agave nectar

💰Cheaper: maple syrup

Agave nectar is lower in calories and has a similar sweetness.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: liquid aminos

Tamari is gluten-free and has a similar flavor profile.

mustard

🥗Healthier: Dijon mustard

💰Cheaper: yellow mustard

Dijon offers a more refined flavor without significant cost.

Melt 1 tablespoon of butter in a skillet.

Add the ham steak to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side.

After 4 minutes, flip the ham steak and add 2 slices of pineapple to the skillet.

Cook the pineapple until browned on both sides, about 3.5 minutes.

Remove the ham steak and pineapple from the skillet and place on a separate plate.

In the same skillet, add 1/4 cup of pineapple juice, 2 tablespoons of brown sugar, a pinch of dry mustard, and a pinch of ground cloves; whisk together until thickened.

Return the ham steak to the skillet and coat it with the glaze, cooking for about 1 minute on each side.

Serve the ham steak topped with the pineapple and garnish with maraschino cherries.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

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