Spiced Grilled Ham with Citrus Glaze

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
19%
Spiced Grilled Ham with Citrus Glaze
105 min.
12
565kcal

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Imagine a centerpiece for your holiday feast that not only dazzles the palate but also fills your kitchen with an irresistible aroma. The Spiced Grilled Ham with Citrus Glaze is the perfect dish to elevate any occasion. This gluten-free and dairy-free recipe combines bold spices with a sweet citrus glaze, creating a harmonious balance that will leave your guests craving more.

Cooking the ham on the grill adds a smoky flavor that enhances the sweetness of the citrus marmalade, making every bite a delightful experience. The preparation is straightforward: score the ham to allow those marvelous flavors to penetrate, then rub it with a warm blend of spices that includes cinnamon, cloves, and paprika. As the ham cooks slowly over indirect heat, the internal juices meld with the spices, creating a tender texture that practically melts in your mouth.

The pièce de résistance is the citrus glaze, which transforms the ham into a stunningly glazed masterpiece. As it caramelizes on the grill, it creates a beautiful, glossy finish that not only looks fantastic but also adds a luscious sweetness to the savory ham. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or any festive gathering, this main dish will surely impress friends and family alike. Take your culinary skills to new heights with this delicious Spiced Grilled Ham, guaranteed to be a hit at your table!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons brown sugar packed
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon 
  • 0.3 teaspoon ground cloves 
  • tablespoon ground coriander 
  • teaspoon ground cumin 
  • tablespoon ground paprika 
  • pound ham bone-in fully-cooked trimmed
  • 0.3 cup lemon marmalade (or other citrus marmalade)
  • tablespoons orange juice 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • grill
  • cutting board

Directions

  1. Preheat your grill to medium-hot (375°F to 425°F).Prepare it for indirect cooking: For a gas grill, turn off center burner; for a charcoal grill, bank coals on either side; place a drip pan under grate between heat sources.Score a diamond pattern into the ham, about 1/8 inch deep into any fat.In a small bowl, combine the coriander, paprika, cumin, cinnamon and cloves. Rub the spice mixture over all sides of the ham.
  2. Place the ham, flat side down, in center of grill over drip pan. Cover and cook, adding briquettes as necessary to maintain heat, until the internal temperature of ham reaches 140°F. This will take 1-1/2 to 2 hours or 15 to 18 minutes per pound.Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the marmalade, orange juice and sugar.
  3. Brush the marmalade mixture over the ham. Cover and grill 5 minutes, until the glaze is lightly caramelized.
  4. Remove ham from the grill, transfer to cutting board, and let rest 15 to 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories565kcal
Protein35.47%
Fat62.09%
Carbs2.44%

Properties

Glycemic Index
8.54
Glycemic Load
0.24
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
21.94434780919%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.95mg
Hesperetin
1.57mg
Naringenin
0.08mg
Luteolin
0.08mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.06mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:565.1kcal
28.26%
Fat:38.25g
58.84%
Saturated Fat:13.59g
84.91%
Carbohydrates:3.38g
1.13%
Net Carbohydrates:2.8g
1.02%
Sugar:2.36g
2.62%
Cholesterol:140.61mg
46.87%
Sodium:2693.69mg
117.12%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:49.16g
98.32%
Vitamin B1:1.37mg
91.43%
Selenium:51.69µg
73.84%
Vitamin B3:10.21mg
51.06%
Phosphorus:491.08mg
49.11%
Vitamin B6:0.88mg
44.04%
Zinc:5.32mg
35.48%
Vitamin B2:0.51mg
30.12%
Vitamin B12:1.45µg
24.19%
Potassium:685.4mg
19.58%
Iron:2.33mg
12.96%
Magnesium:47.12mg
11.78%
Vitamin B5:1.07mg
10.68%
Vitamin D:1.59µg
10.58%
Copper:0.2mg
10.11%
Vitamin E:1.01mg
6.7%
Vitamin A:296.38IU
5.93%
Manganese:0.1mg
4.86%
Vitamin C:3.87mg
4.69%
Calcium:25.94mg
2.59%
Fiber:0.58g
2.33%
Folate:8.48µg
2.12%