Maple-Glazed Spice-Crusted Ham
This Maple-Glazed Spice-Crusted Ham is a show-stopping centerpiece perfect for any festive occasion, especially during the holiday season. Coated in a fragrant blend of garlic, spices, and a hint of sweetness from pure maple syrup, this ham is not only visually appealing but also bursting with flavor. The combination of whole coriander and mixed peppercorns adds a delightful depth of taste, while the Dijon mustard in the glaze perfectly balances the richness of the meat. Serve this succulent ham alongside your favorite sides, and watch it become the star of your Christmas dinner table.
8
Servings
350
Calories
9
Ingredients
Ingredients
Fully cooked shank-end ham
8 lb (none)
Garlic cloves
4 (minced and mashed with salt)
Fine sea salt
1 1/2 teaspoons (to be combined with garlic)
Whole coriander seed
1 tablespoon (coarsely ground)
Mixed peppercorns
1 tablespoon (coarsely ground)
All-purpose flour
1 tablespoon (none)
Unsalted butter
3 tablespoons (softened)
Dijon mustard
1/2 cup (none)
Pure maple syrup
1/4 cup (none)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2
Carefully remove any thick skin from the ham, leaving about 1/8 inch of the fat layer intact for flavor.
3
In a small bowl, mince and mash the garlic cloves with the fine sea salt to form a paste.
4
Using a coffee/spice grinder or a mortar and pestle, coarsely grind the coriander seeds and mixed peppercorns.
5
In a separate mixing bowl, combine the ground spices with the flour, softened butter, and garlic paste, mixing thoroughly until a cohesive paste forms.
6
Spread the spice paste evenly over the entire surface of the ham, ensuring full coverage.
7
Place the ham, cut side down, into a greased large roasting pan.
8
Roast the ham in the middle of the preheated oven until the crust is golden brown and the ham reaches an internal temperature of 140°F, about 1 1/4 hours.
9
Once cooked, transfer the ham to a platter and allow it to rest for about 15 minutes before slicing.
10
For the sauce, whisk together the Dijon mustard and pure maple syrup in a small bowl until the mixture is well combined.
11
Slice the ham and serve it warm, drizzled with the maple mustard sauce.
Nutrition Information
15g
Fat
25g
Carbs
25g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main dish of this recipe?
The main dish is a Maple-Glazed Spice-Crusted Ham, ideal for holiday centerpieces.
What type of ham is recommended for this recipe?
An 8 lb fully cooked shank-end ham is recommended.
What is the required oven temperature for roasting the ham?
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
How many servings does this ham recipe yield?
This recipe yields approximately 8 servings.
What internal temperature should the ham reach?
The ham should reach an internal temperature of 140°F.
What are the ingredients for the maple mustard sauce?
The sauce is made by whisking together Dijon mustard and pure maple syrup.
How should the garlic be prepared for the spice paste?
The garlic cloves should be minced and mashed with fine sea salt to form a paste.
What spices are used in the crust?
The crust uses coarsely ground whole coriander seeds and mixed peppercorns.
How long should the ham roast in the oven?
The ham should roast for about 1 1/4 hours.
Is the ham skin removed before cooking?
Yes, remove any thick skin but leave about 1/8 inch of the fat layer intact for flavor.
How long should the ham rest after being removed from the oven?
Allow the ham to rest for about 15 minutes before slicing.
How do you position the ham in the roasting pan?
Place the ham cut side down into a greased large roasting pan.
What holds the spice paste together?
The paste is made cohesive by mixing the ground spices with flour, softened butter, and garlic paste.
What type of salt is used in this recipe?
Fine sea salt is used to mash with the garlic.
What is the calorie count per serving?
Each serving contains approximately 350 calories.
How much protein is in one serving?
There are 25g of protein per serving.
What is the fat content per serving?
The fat content is 15g per serving.
How many carbohydrates are in one serving?
There are 25g of carbohydrates per serving.
What type of butter should be used?
The recipe calls for 3 tablespoons of unsalted butter, softened.
How should the coriander and peppercorns be ground?
They should be coarsely ground using a spice grinder or mortar and pestle.
What is the purpose of the flour in the recipe?
One tablespoon of all-purpose flour is used to help bind the spice paste.
Where in the oven should the ham be roasted?
It should be roasted in the middle of the preheated oven.
How is the sauce served?
The sauce is drizzled over the warm, sliced ham.
What are the primary flavor profiles of the glaze?
The glaze offers a balance of sweetness from maple syrup and tanginess from Dijon mustard.
Is this recipe suitable for Christmas dinner?
Yes, it is specifically described as a perfect centerpiece for a Christmas dinner table.
How many ingredients are required in total?
There are 9 ingredients in this recipe.
What equipment is needed for grinding spices?
A coffee/spice grinder or a mortar and pestle is needed.
Should the roasting pan be greased?
Yes, the large roasting pan should be greased before placing the ham in it.
What is the total carbohydrate count?
The total carbohydrate count is 25g per serving.
Can the spice paste be applied unevenly?
No, for best results, spread the spice paste evenly over the entire surface to ensure full coverage.