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    Home > Main Dishes Pork > Grilled Ham Steak with Brown Sugar Horseradish Glaze

    Grilled Ham Steak with Brown Sugar Horseradish Glaze

    Published: Jul 3, 2021 · Modified: Oct 3, 2022 by Lea Ann Brown · This post may contain affiliate links

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    grilled ham steak with baked potatoes and salad

    When firing up that grill for your next meal, don’t forget about a grilled ham steak. Basted with a brown sugar glaze, this is a 4 ingredient meal that’s ready in under 30 minutes. Grilling a ham steak is a great choice for either breakfast or a quick dinner. Let’s take a look at this super easy recipe.

    Glazed grilled ham steak with baked potato and lettuce salad garnished with chives

    Do you ever purchase those packaged ham steaks at the grocery store?

    You can find them in the meat department, next to the fresh pork cuts and they usually weigh in at a pound. They’re lean, delicious and a nice choice for a quick meal. And grilling a ham steak is super easy.

    Grab one next time you’re at the store, mix together this easy horseradish, brown sugar and lemon glaze. Ham steaks on the grill turns into a work of art and a flavor combo you’ll never forget.

    And with minimal cleanup. It’s a winner.

    I’ve had this recipe for the grilled ham steak for nearly thirty years. It’s a regular on our Summer grilling routine. And it’s even fun to make for breakfast.

    Let’s take a look.

    Ingredients You’ll Need

    Ingredients for grilling a ham steak
    • Ham Steak: A ham steak is simply a slice of ham cut from a whole ham roast. You can either purchase it with or without the bone. And they come cooked or uncooked. I’ve purchased Niman Ranch Uncured ham steak at Whole Foods and Sprouts, and less expensive Cooks and Kentucky Legend brands at King Soopers. They’re all very good.
    • Horseradish: I purchase creamed style horseradish for this recipe. Cream style is smoother in texture and milder in flavor than prepared horseradish, making it easier to blend for the glaze. Be careful not to purchase creamy horseradish sauce, which contains either sour cream or mayonnaise and seasonings. Save that for your Prime rib dinner.
    • Brown Sugar: Use either light brown sugar or dark brown sugar.
    • Lemon Juice: About 1 – 1 1/2 lemons

    Step By Step Instructions – It’s So Easy

    Grilled ham steak glaze in a small sauce pan
    Step 1
    • Step 1: Place the horseradish, brown sugar and lemon juice in a small saucepan.
    Grilled ham steak glazed cooking in a small saucepan
    Step 2

    Step 2: Cook the grilled ham steak glaze over medium heat until very warm, starting to simmer and well blended.

    cooking ham steak on the grill
    Step 3
    • Step 3: How to grill a ham steak? It’s easy. Preheat your grill to 450 degrees. Turn the heat down to 350 degrees and add the ham steak. Cook about 4 – 5 minutes per side, basting with the glaze at least every minute.
    • Step 4: Cut into portions and serve.

    What to Serve With Grilled Ham Steaks

    Potatoes seem like the logical and perfect choice for a side dish for ham. In the photo you’ll see I’ve sided it with easy Crockpot Garlic Butter Baked Potatoes. Throwing a few potatoes in the crockpot earlier in the day, keeps this meal super easy once you’re ready to prepare dinner.

    Another choice, if cooking this grilled ham steak for breakfast, try Cast Iron Skillet Potatoes. A very popular recipe on my site.

    And nothing defines Summer better than a good old fashioned Classic Potato Salad.

    If you’re looking for something in the vegetable category, check out Old Fashioned Green Beans, or how about a simple tossed salad.

    If you’ve got left overs, simply chop into cubes the next morning and mix it into scrambled eggs or an omelette. The flavor of the glazed ham elevates eggs to a new level.

    FAQ’s

    Is Ham Steak Already Cooked?

    IMPORTANT: Please be aware that some ham steaks are not cooked when purchased. They must be cooked before eating and USDA recommends an internal temperature of 145 degrees. If the package indicates that the ham steak is fully cooked, reduce the grilling time to just until grill marks appear, the ham is glazed and heated through.

    Grilled Ham Steak with Zesty Brown Sugar Horseradish Glaze

    Grilled ham steak with baked potato and tossed salad

    This grilled ham steak recipe is great for a quick and delicious breakfast or dinner. And you’re going to love the ease in grilling a ham steak.

    And if you’re interested in grilled breakfast recipes, take a look at this Ina Garten recipe for Grilled Breakfast Sausage Hotdogs. Delicious! And Fun.

    And don’t miss my Breakfast Category, you’ll find lots of eye opening recipes like the most popular on my site for Hatch Green Chile Quiche with Bacon.

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    Glazed grilled ham steak with baked potato and lettuce salad garnished with chives

    Zesty Grilled Ham Steak

    A delicious glaze for grilled ham.
    5 from 5 votes
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    Course: Breakfast Recipes
    Cuisine: American German
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 20 minutes
    Servings: 4
    Calories: 360kcal
    Author: Lea Ann Brown

    Ingredients

    • 1 cup brown sugar packed
    • 1/3 cup creamy horseradish or prepared horseradish
    • 1/4 cup lemon juice 1 – 1 1/2 lemons
    • 1 pound fully cooked ham steak fully cooked, 1/2 inch thick
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    Instructions

    • In a small saucepan mix together brown sugar, horseradish and lemon juice.
    • Over medium heat, heat the glaze to where it's just coming to a simmer, stirring so the ingredients are well blended.
    • Heat your grill to 450 degrees. Turn heat down to 350 degree. Place the ham steak on the grill and cook 4 – 5 minutes per side.
    • Using a brush, baste both sides of ham with the glaze often. Grill over medium-hot until heated through and well glazed.
    • Cut into portions and serve immediately.

    Notes

    IMPORTANT: Please be aware that some ham steaks are not cooked when purchased. They must be cooked before eating and USDA recommends an internal temperature of 145 degrees.
    If the package indicates that the ham steak is fully cooked, reduce the grilling time to just until grill marks appear, the ham is glazed and heated through.
    • Ham Steak: A ham steak is simply a slice of ham cut from a whole ham roast. You can either purchase it with or without the bone. I’ve purchased Niman Ranch Uncured ham steak at Whole Foods and Sprouts, and less expensive Cooks and Kentucky Legend brands at King Soopers. They’re all very good.
    • Horseradish: I purchase creamed style horseradish for this recipe. Cream style is smoother in texture and milder in flavor than prepared horseradish, making it easier to blend for the glaze. Be careful not to purchase creamy horseradish sauce, which contains either sour cream or mayonnaise and seasonings. Save that for your Prime rib dinner.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 360kcal | Carbohydrates: 57g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 51mg | Sodium: 1539mg | Potassium: 507mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 55g | Vitamin A: 1IU | Vitamin C: 48mg | Calcium: 62mg | Iron: 2mg
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    Comments

    1. mjskitchen says

      July 17, 2021 at 6:03 pm

      5 stars
      Anything that’s been on a rotation schedule for nearly 30 years has got be be good. I’ll call that a keeper. 🙂 A couple of times a year I buy a large boneless ham, slice it into thick slices and use for an abundance of recipes. This one just went on my menu for next week. Thanks!

      Reply
      • mjskitchen says

        July 28, 2021 at 8:38 pm

        5 stars
        Well, this is a keeper! We grilled it the other night with some corn and it was wonderful! So easy to prepare and grill. We’ll be making this a lot, I can guarantee that. Thanks so much!

        Reply
    2. Jean | DelightfulRepast.com says

      July 08, 2021 at 12:38 pm

      Sounds wonderful, Lea Ann! I needed a new thing to do with ham steaks. I like your presentation as well!

      Reply
    3. John / Kitchen Riffs says

      July 07, 2021 at 8:40 am

      I love ham, and do get one of those steaks from my supermarket a couple of times a year. Never tried grilling one though. But you know I will. 🙂 Neat dish — thanks.

      Reply
    4. Debra Eliotseats says

      July 06, 2021 at 6:12 am

      I think I can safely say we’ve never grilled ham. I need to remedy that as soon as possible. That glaze sounds remarkable! Thanks!

      Reply
    5. Karen (Back Road Journal) says

      July 05, 2021 at 6:33 am

      I’ve never thought of a grilled ham steak, the glaze has to make it extra special.

      Reply
    6. Mike says

      July 13, 2013 at 5:37 am

      We made this last night as a side for breakfast-for-dinner. The glaze is fantastic. I can’t wait to also try it on bacon!

      Thanks for the post!

      Reply
      • Lea Ann says

        July 13, 2013 at 2:33 pm

        Thanks for stopping by and the comment. I’m lovin’ that bacon idea.

        Reply
    7. Chris says

      June 14, 2012 at 4:10 pm

      Oh, I have to try that, I’ve never had horseradish with ham before.

      Reply
      • Lea Ann says

        June 14, 2012 at 4:13 pm

        I think I like it because it’s brown sugar and horseradish. Sweet/Salty and then it kicks yer butt.

        Reply
    8. Ben says

      June 01, 2012 at 6:49 pm

      Oh that looks sinfully delicious!

      Reply
      • Lea Ann says

        June 02, 2012 at 7:13 am

        Sinfully delicious is right Ben. 🙂

        Reply
      • Lea Ann says

        June 04, 2012 at 3:09 pm

        Ben, you’ve done a good job with that explanation. 🙂

        Reply
    9. Karen says

      May 31, 2012 at 4:52 pm

      What a fun thing to do – breakfast on the grill. I’m going to try to do that this summer on weekends! We love horseradish, so this is right up our alley!

      Reply
      • Lea Ann says

        June 02, 2012 at 7:13 am

        Thanks Karen, let me know how you like it.

        Reply
      • Lea Ann says

        June 04, 2012 at 3:08 pm

        I always try to make a special breakfast on weekends. Enjoy!

        Reply
    10. Chilebrown says

      May 31, 2012 at 7:58 am

      That will be perfect for a snack before the Raider game.

      Reply
      • Lea Ann says

        May 31, 2012 at 10:59 am

        Yup, you’ll need your energy.

        Reply
    11. Joanne says

      May 31, 2012 at 5:33 am

      That glaze sounds delicious! Sweet spicy heaven.

      Reply
      • Lea Ann says

        May 31, 2012 at 10:59 am

        It’s a good one Joanne.

        Reply
    12. Susan says

      May 30, 2012 at 2:38 pm

      I’ve got to try this! We don’t eat ham that often but when we do I want it tasty like this. I don’t think I’ve ever had grilled ham – I love the idea!

      Reply
      • Lea Ann says

        May 31, 2012 at 11:00 am

        I eat ham when I grill it like this and at Easter, and maybe Christmas. It’s just so frickin good.

        Reply
    13. Toni @ Boulder Locavore says

      May 30, 2012 at 8:35 am

      Lea Ann this sounds so good! I have never thought to use my grill earlier than lunch time but love the idea of something smokey and grilled to start the day. It looks so straight forward too. Will have to try this myself.

      Reply
      • Lea Ann says

        May 31, 2012 at 11:00 am

        Thanks Toni.

        Reply
    14. Jenn's Food Journey says

      May 30, 2012 at 6:36 am

      I love that you did this on the grill.. Looks incredibly good!!!

      Reply
      • Lea Ann says

        May 31, 2012 at 11:01 am

        Thanks Jenn. It was delicious.

        Reply
    15. Vickie says

      May 29, 2012 at 6:37 pm

      That glaze sounds delicious and that ham breakfast looks like one of those dishes you have to admire before cutting it up. But seriously, we have to talk about that birdie serving platter. Are you aware of my obsession with those little metal birdies?? You should hide that one from me next visit. 🙂

      Reply
      • Lea Ann says

        May 31, 2012 at 11:02 am

        Last year when you commented on that metal dish, I promptly ran over to Hobby Lobby to see if they had another, I was going to send it to you. They did not. Darnit. I love that thing.

        Reply
    16. Larry says

      May 29, 2012 at 5:06 pm

      The ingredients in the glaze sound very interesting – I’m trying to imagine the flavor. The plated meal looks positively killer and I would have stood out in the smoke if you’d serve it to me.

      Reply
      • Lea Ann says

        May 31, 2012 at 11:03 am

        And with one of your marg’s in our hand … what smoke?? 🙂

        Reply
    17. Jane says

      May 29, 2012 at 2:42 pm

      I thought I just left a comment, but I think I forgot to post it, doh! Lovethat dish! And the ham steak looks so good, I don’t know why I don’t get it more often! Breakfast on the grill sounds incredible.

      Reply
      • Lea Ann says

        May 31, 2012 at 11:04 am

        Thanks Jane. I have two breakfasts on the grill that I like to do.

        Reply

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