Garlic-Cinnamon Honey Glazed Ham
Discover the sweet and savory magic of caramelized holiday ham!
This stunning recipe by Chef Giorgos Tsoulis invites you on a culinary journey, showcasing a harmonious blend of unique flavors that elevate this dish to new heights.
With its rich, caramelized glaze and the perfect balance of sweetness and spice, this recipe is sure to become one of your favorite holiday hams. The combination of garlic, honey, and aromatic spices not only enhances the natural flavors of the ham but also creates an unforgettable centerpiece for your holiday table.
Enjoy!
Garlic-Cinnamon Honey Glazed Ham
Ingredients
- 2.7 kg smoked ham
- 120 g butter at room temperature
- 200 g granulated sugar
- 170 g honey
- 2 tbsp mustard
- ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground cloves
- 4 cloves garlic crushed
For serving:
- Roasted vegetables of your choice
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 150°C/300° F, at convection mode.
For the glaze:
- In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, melt the butter until it turns a beautiful golden brown.
- Add the sugar, honey, mustard, cinnamon, cloves, and crushed garlic. Stir well and let it boil for 2 minutes. Set the glaze aside.
For the ham:
- Place the ham on a cutting board and use a sharp knife to create small diamond-shaped cuts on its surface.
- Wrap the ham tightly in aluminum foil and place it on the oven rack, with a tray filled with water underneath to catch the dripping.
- Roast the ham for 30 minutes.
- Remove the ham from the oven, unwrap it, and brush it with one-third of the glaze mixture.
- Increase the oven temperature to 220° C/430° F and roast for an additional 10 minutes. Repeat this glazing process two more times, roasting a total of 30 minutes, until the ham is nicely caramelized.
- Serve the caramelized ham alongside roasted vegetables.
Notes
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Beautifully caramelized and tender. Will be adding the recipe to my seasonal regulars.