You're Just 3 Ingredients And 15 Minutes Away From Getting This Tasty Ham Steak On The Table

A good ham steak is rarely without its glaze. Otherwise, you might find yourself painstakingly slicing through dry meat, merely settling for its savory taste. It isn't until the glaze comes in that the simple base truly comes to life, earning its rightful spot at the center of the dining table. Luckily, ham steak glazes don't ask for much, only the right ingredients. With Tasting Table's 3-ingredient brown sugar ham steak recipe, you won't even have to run to the store to make dinner night feel like a feast. Everything you need for this dish is already in your kitchen.

Recipe developer Jennine Rye kept the recipe as accessible and easy as possible with only three key ingredients: brown sugar, Dijon mustard, and ham steaks, along with essentials like salt, pepper, and cooking oil. Once the ham has been adequately browned and taken off the heat, simmer the remaining things together to make a thick, glossy glaze. Then, return the ham steaks to the pan to coat them in that brown sugar mustard glaze. This entire process takes no more than 10 to 15 minutes.

It's almost unbelievable how flavorful this dish is for something that comes together so effortlessly. Described as "sweet, salty, and tangy," it's pure excitement in every bite. The brown sugar's caramelized sweetness cascades all over the salt-cured ham, striking an exquisite flavor contrast. Right underneath is peppery sharp Dijon mustard, cutting through all those rich, decadent notes. Tremendous flavor complexity without any kind of hassle: That's what you get with this dish.

Easy to make and even easier to customize, this 3-ingredient ham steak recipe can fit in anywhere. It starts with the glaze. When the weather is calling for something extra rich and comforting, a few tablespoons of butter will do the job. Deepening the tangy undertone, you will need vinegar instead. Whether you decide to use a classic ACV or experiment with balsamic, there's no wrong way to go about this. As for sweetness, try adding seasonal fruit preserves or jam. Summertime stars apricot and peach, while fall and autumn arrive on your plate with fig and apple. Even fruits, like pineapple or orange, are worth trying. That's how you not only intensify the dish's sweetness, but also add a natural vibrancy to brighten it.

Then we've got the ham steak itself, which can be cooked multiple ways. While pan-searing is foolproof, cooking ham steak in the oven works just as well. A broil for 5 minutes on each side, for example, can also give you beautifully browned ham steaks with a caramelized crust on the surface. For those who like their meat juicy and tender, consider roasting the ham at 325 degrees Fahrenheit for up to an hour, and don't forget to utilize the drippings later on (not just for the ham steaks, but also to drizzle over accompanying sides for a cohesive, utterly flavorful dish). Grilling, of course, is always an option, particularly since it brings a smoky, barbecue-esque edge to your ham steaks.