Roasted Ham with Caramelized Onion and Herb Glaze
Prep
20 mins
Cook
45 mins
Servings
6
Difficulty
Easy
This is one of my favorite weeknight dinners because it comes together in just over an hour, making it perfect for busy nights when you want something impressive without the fuss. The star of the show is the deeply caramelized onions paired with a tangy herb glaze that transforms a simple ham steak into something truly special. I love using fresh thyme and rosemary here, which are packed with antioxidants and add such wonderful aromatic depth. The beauty of this dish is its simplicity and affordability, requiring just pantry staples and basic technique. You'll have a restaurant quality meal on your table faster than you'd expect, and your kitchen will smell absolutely incredible.
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Ingredients
- 1 kgham steak(center-cut, about 1.5 inches thick)
- 4 largeyellow onions(thinly sliced)
- 3 tablespoonsbutter
- 2 tablespoonsbrown sugar
- 3 tablespoonsdijon mustard
- 2 tablespoonsapple cider vinegar
- 2 teaspoonsfresh thyme(chopped)
- 1 teaspoonfresh rosemary(chopped)
- 3garlic cloves(minced)
- ½ teaspoonblack pepper
- ¼ teaspoonsea salt
- 118 mlchicken broth
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F. Pat the ham steak dry with paper towels and place it on a rimmed baking sheet lined with foil for easy cleanup.
Tip: Patting the ham dry helps it develop a nice caramelized exterior during roasting.
- 2
In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and sauté for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they begin to soften and turn golden.
Tip: Don't rush the onions; low and slow is the key to proper caramelization and sweetness.
- 3
Sprinkle the brown sugar over the onions and continue cooking for another 5-7 minutes until deeply caramelized and fragrant. Remove from heat and set aside.
Tip: The onions should be a rich amber color with a slight char on the edges.
- 4
In a small bowl, whisk together the Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, fresh thyme, rosemary, black pepper, and sea salt to create the herb glaze.
Tip: Mix the glaze ingredients while the ham is coming to room temperature for best flavor integration.
- 5
Brush the herb glaze evenly over both sides of the ham steak. Place it in the preheated oven and roast for 20 minutes.
Tip: Reserve a tablespoon of glaze to brush on halfway through cooking for extra flavor.
- 6
Remove the ham from the oven and arrange the caramelized onions over the top. Pour the chicken broth into the bottom of the baking sheet around the ham.
Tip: The broth creates a light pan sauce while cooking and adds moisture to the final dish.
- 7
Return to the oven and roast for an additional 15-20 minutes until the ham reaches an internal temperature of 145°F and the onions are warmed through.
Tip: Use a meat thermometer for accuracy; ham is already fully cooked but benefits from warming and glazing.
- 8
Let the ham rest for 5 minutes before serving. Spoon the pan juices and caramelized onions over the top for presentation and extra flavor.
Tip: Resting allows the juices to redistribute throughout the meat, keeping it moist and tender.
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