Roasted Ham with Lotus Root
Prep
20 mins
Cook
45 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Medium
You've got to try this roasted ham with lotus root, it's become one of my favorite weeknight dinners. The beauty of this dish is how simple it really is, coming together in just over an hour with minimal fuss. Ham steak makes it quick and affordable, while lotus root adds this delicate, slightly sweet flavor you don't get from regular vegetables. Plus, lotus root is packed with fiber and vitamin C, making this feel like a genuinely nourishing meal. The honey and mustard glaze brings everything together beautifully, and your kitchen will smell absolutely amazing.
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Ingredients
- ¾ kgham steak(cut into 1-inch cubes)
- ¾ kgfresh lotus root(peeled and sliced into 1/4-inch rounds)
- 3 tablespoonshoney
- 2 tablespoonsdijon mustard
- 1 tablespoonapple cider vinegar
- 3 tablespoonsolive oil(divided)
- 2 teaspoonsfresh thyme(chopped)
- 3garlic cloves(minced)
- 1 teaspoonblack pepper
- 1 teaspoonsea salt
- 237 mlwater
- 2 tablespoonsfresh parsley(chopped for garnish)
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat the ham cubes dry with paper towels and season them with salt and pepper on all sides.
Tip: Drying the ham helps it develop a nice crust when roasted.
- 2
In a small bowl, whisk together honey, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, and fresh thyme to create the glaze.
Tip: The glaze can be made up to 2 hours ahead and stored in the refrigerator.
- 3
Toss the lotus root slices with 1.5 tablespoons of olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread them on one half of a large baking sheet in a single layer.
Tip: Arrange lotus root in a single layer for even roasting and maximum crispness.
- 4
Arrange the ham cubes on the other half of the baking sheet. Drizzle the remaining 1.5 tablespoons of olive oil over the ham pieces.
Tip: Keeping ham and lotus root on separate sides allows for different cooking times if needed.
- 5
Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast for 15 minutes until the lotus root begins to soften and turn golden at the edges.
- 6
Remove the sheet from the oven, stir both the ham and lotus root, and brush the glaze generously over the ham pieces.
Tip: Stir the lotus root to ensure even browning on all sides.
- 7
Return to the oven and roast for an additional 20-25 minutes until the ham is caramelized and the lotus root is tender and crispy with golden edges.
Tip: The ham should develop a light brown crust and the lotus root should be fork-tender.
- 8
Remove from the oven and let rest for 3 minutes. Drizzle any remaining glaze from the pan over the roasted vegetables and ham, then garnish with fresh chopped parsley.
Tip: Resting allows the flavors to meld together before serving.
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