How To Cook A Ham Steak
Cooking a ham steak on the stove is quick and easy. In just 15 minutes, you can pan-fry a juicy, flavorful ham steak and top it with a rich maple-Dijon glaze. It’s an easy meal for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, all made in one skillet.
Servings: 1 serving
Equipment
Ingredients
- ½ tablespoon salted butter
- 1 (8-ounce) boneless, fully cooked ham steak
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
Instructions
- In a 10-inch skillet, melt 1/2 tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Add the ham steak and cook for 4 minutes.
- Flip the ham and cook for 3 more minutes. Transfer to a plate and cover to keep warm.
- Add the brown sugar, maple syrup, and Dijon mustard to the skillet. Stir continuously until the sugar dissolves, about 30 seconds.
- Spoon the glaze over the ham and serve.
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Notes
- Read Before Starting: Review the ingredients and steps before starting.
- Let Ham Rest: Allow the ham to sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before cooking for more even heating.
- Glaze Is Optional: You can skip the glaze if you prefer plain ham.
- Freezer-Friendly: Ham steaks can be frozen for up to 3 months—great to keep on hand when they’re on sale.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 455kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 42g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 135mg | Sodium: 2100mg | Potassium: 2112mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 40g | Vitamin A: 178IU | Vitamin C: 0.02mg | Calcium: 47mg | Iron: 0.3mg
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