When you want to make the BEST ham sandwich....Chinese 5 Spice and Blackberry Glazed Ham

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: liquid aminos

Tamari is gluten-free, while liquid aminos is often cheaper.

honey

🥗Healthier: maple syrup

💰Cheaper: agave syrup

Maple syrup offers a similar sweetness with a unique flavor.

blackberries

🥗Healthier: raspberries

💰Cheaper: frozen blackberries

Raspberries provide similar tartness and are often less expensive.

Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C).

Prepare the ham by scoring the surface in a diamond pattern.

Mix blackberries, brown sugar, soy sauce, Chinese 5 spice, ginger, and garlic in a bowl until combined.

Heat the mixture in a saucepan over medium heat until it simmers, about 5 minutes.

Stir in honey and orange juice, then simmer for another 5 minutes.

In a separate bowl, mix cornstarch with water until smooth, then add to the saucepan.

Cook the glaze until thickened, about 2-3 minutes, then remove from heat.

Place the ham in a roasting pan and brush with the glaze.

Cover the ham with foil and bake for 1 hour.

Remove the foil and baste with more glaze, then bake uncovered for another 30 minutes, until caramelized.

Let the ham rest for 15 minutes before slicing.

Garnish with sliced green onions before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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