Ham steaks are a convenient way to enjoy ham without committing to an oversized piece of meat. Perfect for a quick weeknight meal for two, they can be prepared in less than 10 minutes. Browning the ham deepens the flavor and creates a nicely caramelized crust. Brown ham steaks either in the broiler or on the stove top, then serve it with a simple glaze made with brown sugar, Dijon mustard, ketchup or jelly.
Broiled
Step 1
Preheat your broiler to high and arrange the rack about 3 inches below the heating element.
Step 2
Pat the ham steak dry with paper towels.
Step 3
Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and place the ham steak on the sheet. If you're making more than one ham steak, arrange them so that they don't overlap.
Step 4
Broil the ham, flipping once during cooking, until it is nicely browned on both sides, about 4 to 5 minutes per side for a 3/4-inch thick steak.
Pan-Fried
Step 1
Heat 1 to 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large nonstick or cast iron skillet over medium-high heat.
Step 2
Pat the ham steak dry on both sides.
Step 3
Fry the steak, flipping once during cooking, until it is warmed through and nicely browned on both sides, about 4 minutes per side for a 3/4-inch ham steak.
- "The Joy of Cooking"; Irma S. Rombauer, et al.
- Serious Eats: Broiled Ham Steaks
- Betty Crocker: Timetable for Broiling, Panbroiling and Panfrying Ham
- Brush some glaze on the ham steak before you place it in the oven or pan, or serve the glaze warm on the side for dipping.
- The U.S. Department of Agriculture recommends cooking ham to a minimum temperature of 145 degrees Fahrenheit to ensure safe consumption.
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