We love a good meaty steak, and whether the steaks are beef or pork, anything on the grill is super flavorful and extra delicious. This Grilled Ham Steak recipe gets a brown sugar glaze that puts it over the top! Easy and delish, you’re going to love this quick meal!
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Cooking ham on the grill is super fast because it’s already cooked – all you’re doing is heating it and adding some extra smoke and grill flavor. And this easy meal can be made in two parts, so you can cut down on prep time by making the glaze ahead of time and having it ready to go. Perfect for busy weeknights for a quick dinner.
WHAT’S A HAM STEAK?
Cut from a whole ham, ham steaks are thicker slices of ham. You can get a boneless or bone-in ham steak – either will work for this recipe.
Fresh ham steaks are a great choice when you’re craving ham but don’t want to deal with a whole ham roast. Where to find pre-cooked ham steaks? They’re sold in any local grocery store wherever you’d find hams.
You can also cut your own ham steaks by buying a boneless ham and slicing steaks off of it. Pop the rest of the ham into the freezer for a ham casserole, cheddar cauliflower ham soup, maple glazed ham steaks, southern cola ham steak, and more.
Ingredients
The glaze in this recipe is optional but highly suggested! Sure, you can grill a ham steak and eat it, but the savory-sweet and delish glaze puts this ham steak recipe over the top! The glaze makes enough for 2 ham steaks, so double or triple the glaze ingredients if you’re grilling more than that.
- Ham steaks – About 1/2 pound per person
- Brown sugar – You can also use pure maple syrup.
- Mustard – Any mustard will do. Dijon mustard is a great option.
- Cayenne pepper – Gives the glaze a bit of heat.
- Dried sage
- Dried rosemary
- Salt and pepper
HOW TO MAKE GRILLED HAM STEAKS WITH GLAZE
FOR THE GRILLED HAM STEAK
Prep the grill for direct heat by heating a charcoal chimney until the coals are 70% ashed over.
Pour the charcoal into the center of the grill, then cover and open the vents and preheat the grill to about 400 degrees F.
Pat the ham steaks dry, then place them on the hot grill over the coals (heat source) for 2 minutes. Rotate and grill for another 2 minutes.
Flip the ham steaks and cook another 4 minutes, rotating halfway through.
Brush the ham steaks with the glaze during the last minute of grilling time.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
TO MAKE THE GLAZE
Whisk the brown sugar, mustard, cayenne, sage, and rosemary in a small saucepan.
Simmer until thickened, then season with salt and pepper.
Girl Carnivore Expert Recipe Tips
- For a gas grill, preheat the grill to medium-high heat, then grill according to the instructions.
- Use a smoker box or foil pouch for more smoke flavor.
- No time to make the glaze? BBQ sauce also works well – pick a sauce with some sweetness to highlight the ham flavor.
- Ham steaks are injected with a solution to help keep them moist, but you still can overcook them – they only need to be heated through. That’s it!
- The glaze will burn if your flame is too high. Just add the glaze during the last few minutes.
What to Serve With Grilled Ham Steaks
Ever wonder what to serve with ham steaks? We’ve got lots of easy side dishes for you! Try this easy ham steak recipe with:
- Mac and cheese
- Smoked corn on the cob
- A light salad
- Roasted green beans
- Any of your other favorite cookout sides will pair well with this, the best Grilled Ham Steak recipe.
Leftovers & Reheating
Grilled Ham Steaks can be kept in an airtight container in the fridge for 4-5 days. Gently heat the leftovers in a large skillet over medium heat, or use them in tasty recipes like this Leftover Ham and Gnocchi Skillet or Ham and Cheese Omelette.
More Ham Recipes
- How to Cook a Spiral Ham
- Smoked Spiral Ham with Maple Bourbon Glaze
- Smoked Ham
- Ham and Cheese Sliders
If you’re looking for a delicious dinner recipe, then you’ll love these Grilled Ham Steaks! It’s the perfect easy recipe for hectic nights.
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Grilled Ham Steak Recipe with Brown Sugar Mustard Glaze
Ingredients
For the ham steaks:
- 2 lbs bone-in ham steaks about 3/4 to 1 lb pound each
For the Brown Sugar Mustard Glaze:
- 2 tbsp Brown Sugar
- 2 tbsp Maple Syrup
- 2 tbsp Mustard
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper
- ¼ tsp dried Sage
- ¼ tsp dried Rosemary
- Salt and Pepper
Instructions
Prep the Grill
- Prep the grill for direct heat by heating a charcoal chimney until the coals are 70% ashed over.
- Pour the charcoal into the center of the grill.
- Cover with the lid and open the vents to allow the grill to preheat to around 375-400F.
Make the Glaze:
- Once the grill is heated, in a small saucepan whisk the brown sugar, mustard, maple syrup, cayenne, sage, and rosemary until smooth.2 tbsp Brown Sugar, 2 tbsp Maple Syrup, 2 tbsp Mustard, ¼ tsp cayenne pepper, ¼ tsp dried Sage, ¼ tsp dried Rosemary
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.Salt and Pepper
- Simmer over direct heat, stirring occasionally, until thickened.
Grill the ham steaks:
- Remove the ham steaks from the package and pat dry.2 lbs bone-in ham steaks
- Place the ham steaks over the coals and grill for 2 minutes, rotate and cook 2 minutes longer
- Flip and cook the steaks for another 4 to 5 minutes, rotating once halfway through.
Glaze:
- Brush the ham steaks with the glaze for the last minute of grilling
- Remove from heat and serve the ham steaks immediately.
Serve:
- Serve this plain or with Brown Sugar Mustard Glaze
Notes
Preheat the grill for indirect heat by turning 2 out of 3 of the burners on medium-high heat allowing the grill to heat up.
Use a smoker box or foil pouch on your gas grill for more smoked flavor! Alternatives & Substitutions: BBQ sauce also works great instead of the brown sugar mustard glaze. To keep this recipe keto, use Golden Monk Fruit Sweetener and a sugar-free keto-approved maple syrup
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Recipe FAQs
Heck yes! An extra bit of smoke and grill marks make these glazed ham steaks even more delicious!
No, not at all! Hams are cured and then smoked, so they have a great flavor all on their own. Pair your ham with a ham steak glaze recipe like this one with brown sugar and mustard, and you will have so much flavor!
Yes, it sure is! If you can fire up your grill (charcoal or gas), then you can make this easy-peasy recipe. You can even make the glaze right on your grill if you’ve got a good, sturdy saucepan.
