A recipe of smoked ham is what can be called celebration. You may be planning to carve up a celebratory Christmas, Easter or Thanksgiving holiday smoked ham, or you just plain feel like having something on the rich side to eat on a Sunday dinner, this recipe will deliver. Roasting a ham in a house seems an easy task, yet it is a complicated process, which could be easily managed by following several tools and essential steps by a novice. Here in this blog, you will find a simple to follow recipe of smoked ham with a mouth-watering glaze, electric smoker tips, and of course step by step to make your ham memorable.
A Brief History of Smoked Ham
Ham, the salt processed meat, has very long tradition in American cuisine. Families make smoked ham at southern barbecue cookers and at the New England holiday meal, and also have been doing so over the generations. The meat smoking technique was initiated as preservation technique but soon became even more popular as the depth of taste that it added. Nowadays, the smoked ham is a delight of a million family events in the U.S.
Ingredients You’ll Need
This is what you will need in this smoked ham recipe:
In case of the Ham:
• 1 pre cooked bone in ham (8 to 10 pounds)
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup Dijon mustard
1/4 c maple syrup or honey
Half teaspoon ground cloves (optional)
1/4 cup of pineapple juice or of orange juice
For Smoking:
• apple, cherry or hickory fruitwood chips
Electric smoker, pellet grill, or charcoal smoker Hint: Pick a ham that has the bone-in so it would be juicier and more flavorful.
Equipment Needed
• Smoker (electric, pellet or charcoall)
• Meat thermometery
• Aluminio foil
• Sistasyonิยม basting tava.
• Large work chopping board • sharp carving knife
Prep Time, Cook Time, and Servings
Time to cook: 20 minutes
• Smokin time: 3-4 hours (dependent upon the size of the ham and smoke temp)
• Rest time: 15m.
• Whole time: ~4.5 hours.• Serves 12 – 14 people
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Preheat Your Smoker
Preheat your smoker at 225 F.
Put your favorite wood chips in the tray (applewood is sweet, mild and hickory will give you boldness).
Hint: Preheat smoker at all times and make sure there is uniform cooking throughout the process..
Step 2: Prepare the Glaze
Melt butter, cream and wine in a small saucepan over low heat.
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup dijon mustard
1/4 cup maple syrup
1/4 cup pineapple juice
Stir continuously till sugar has dissolved and all has mixed into thick glaze.
Optional: Spice it up with a little ground cloves.
Step 3: Score the Ham
Put the ham on a chopping board.
• Cut shallow cross-cut on the work surface with a sharp knife, forming a criss cross pattern.
This assists in penetration of the glaze, and makes a pretty show.
Step 4: Glaze and Smoke the Ham
Put the ham in the smoker cut-side down.
Brush a broad amount of glaze all over the ham.
– Smoker approximately 3 to 4 hrs or till the inside temperature achieves 140F.
Keep applying glaze once an hour to have a sticky and flavorsome coating.
Hint: It is best to prevent overcooking by using meat thermometer.
Step 5: Rest and Serve
• When the ham reaches the temperature of 140F, it should be taken out of the smoker.
Cover with foil and leave to rest 15 minutes to redistribute the juices. Cut and eat!
Real-Life Tips for Smoking Ham at Home
How can I smoke a ham at home, without a smoker? Make use of a large standard grill and wood chips in a foil pouch.
Need something crispier at the edges? The ham is broiled during the final 5 minutes.
• Toss a pinch of chili powder or cayenne into the glaze, with or without the cinnamon, to get a sweet-spicy combination.• Prepare some additional glaze to be had on the desk!
Recipe Variations
1. Honey Smoked Ham Glazed
Honey makes a floral sweetness by replacing maple syrup.
2. Ham, Mustard Brown Sugar
Dub the amount of mustard and substitute coarse-grain mustard if you want a slap in the face.
3. Electric Smoker smoked Ham Smokers are very novice-friendly. Simply adjust the temp, toss chips and watch it.
Nutrition Information (per serving)
- Calories: 310
- Protein: 22g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fat: 18g
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 880mg
Nutrition may vary based on ham type and glaze quantity.
Serving Suggestions
Eat your smoked ham with:
Roast vegetables
• Garlic mashed potato 0
Buttered green beans
• Home style cornbread
• A glass of cold apple cider, or red wine Leftovers? Use in a ham sandwich, scramble within eggs or add to a thick bean soup.
Conclusion
The right smoked ham recipe is a sure success and just right to facilitate any special events or when you would like to impress your guests. Good preparation, a bit of patience, a tasty glaze, and you are going to have a delicious and juicy ham that could be found in any restaurant. Maybe now it is your turn! We are sure you will love this recipe, so give it a whirl and set us a comment below that detail how it went down. Remember to post this recipe to friends and family!
FAQs About Smoked Ham Recipe
1. Can I smoke a pre-cooked ham?
Yes! In reality hams bought in a supermarket is almost 99% ready cooked. Smoking brings out the flavor and gets its warm thou
2. What wood is best for smoking ham?
Apple, cherry and hickory are favored. Apple provides a sweet, mellow flavor while his gets a more flavorful.
3. What temperature should I smoke ham at?
Keep your smoker at 225°F and cook to internal temperature of 140°F.
4. Can I freeze leftover smoked ham?
Absolutely. Slice and wrap in foil or airtight wraps. It may be frozen for 2-3 months.
5. How do I reheat smoked ham without drying it out?
Just wrap it in a foil with some water or juice sprayed on and warm it in a 325 degree oven till heated.