Recipe: Coca Cola Glazed Ham 🍖
Description: This delightful recipe for Coca Cola glazed ham comes straight from the pages of Nigella Lawson’s iconic cookbook, “Nigella Bites.” It’s a succulent and flavorful dish that’s sure to impress your guests at any gathering. With a sweet and savory glaze made with Coca Cola, black treacle, and mustard, this ham is a perfect balance of flavors that will leave everyone craving for more!
Ingredients:
- 2 kg ham
- 1 onion
- 1/4 cup black treacle
- 1/4 cup molasses
- 2 teaspoons mustard powder
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- Whole cloves, for garnish
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 985.2
- Fat: 29.1g
- Saturated Fat: 9.7g
- Cholesterol: 260.5mg
- Sodium: 7619.1mg
- Carbohydrates: 63.2g
- Fiber: 0.6g
- Sugar: 57.3g
- Protein: 112.7g
Cooking Time:
- Prep Time: 0 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Total Time: 3 hours
Instructions:
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Prepare the Ham:
- Place the ham in a large pan.
- Add the onion, sliced into rings, on top of the ham.
- Pour Coca Cola over the ham until it’s almost covered.
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Simmer the Ham:
- Bring the pan to a boil over high heat.
- Once boiling, reduce the heat to a simmer.
- Cover the pan with a lid and let the ham cook for approximately 2 1/2 hours. You can also calculate cooking time as around one hour per kilogram of meat.
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Preheat the Oven:
- While the ham is simmering, preheat your oven to 240°C (475°F).
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Prepare the Glaze:
- Once the ham is cooked, carefully remove it from the pan and let it cool slightly.
- Peel off the skin, leaving a thin layer of fat on the ham.
- Score the fat with a sharp knife to create large diamond shapes.
- Insert a clove into the center of each diamond.
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Apply the Glaze:
- In a small bowl, mix together the black treacle and molasses.
- Spread the treacle mixture evenly over the surface of the ham.
- Sprinkle the mustard powder and brown sugar over the sticky treacle, patting it gently to adhere.
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Bake the Ham:
- Line a baking pan with aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
- Place the glazed ham on the prepared pan.
- Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 10 minutes, or until the glaze is crispy and bubbly.
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Serve and Enjoy:
- Once baked, remove the ham from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.
- Serve your Coca Cola glazed ham hot, alongside your favorite sides and garnishes.
Tips:
- For added flavor, you can use a smoked ham for this recipe.
- If you prefer a spicier glaze, you can add a pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes to the mustard and sugar mixture.
- Leftover ham can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. It’s perfect for sandwiches, salads, or soups!
- Don’t discard the cooking liquid! You can use it as a flavorful base for soups, stews, or sauces.
This Coca Cola glazed ham is a true crowd-pleaser, perfect for holiday dinners, special occasions, or even just a cozy weeknight meal. With its tender, juicy meat and irresistible sweet-savory glaze, it’s sure to become a family favorite in no time!
