Complete your Christmas table with this showstopping orange maple glazed ham that combines the perfect balance of sweet, tangy and savoury flavours. The sticky caramelised glaze features golden maple syrup, bright orange marmalade and a subtle kick from Dijon and English mustards.
Simply score the fat, brush on the glaze, and let your oven work its magic while you focus on the rest of your feast. This orange maple glazed ham is perfect for Christmas Day, Boxing Day gatherings, or any special celebration. It’s also easy to make and only takes about 15 minutes of prep time, so you can enjoy more of the festivities.
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Ingredients
Method
Preheat oven to 200°C (180°C fan-forced). Line baking tray with baking paper.
Place juice, zest, maple syrup, sugar and mustards in saucepan over high heat and whisk to combine. Bring to boil and cook for 5 mins until thickened, stirring occasionally.
Remove rind from ham by pushing your fingers inbetween meat and rind, leaving a generous covering of fat on the meat. Pull rind back as you continue to work your hand over meat. Cut off at bone and remove. Score fat and stud with cloves.
Place ham onto lined baking tray and brush liberally with glaze. Bake for 25 minutes, brush with remaining glaze and return to oven for further 20 to 30 minutes until golden brown.
Place watercress onto serving platter and top with baked orange maple glazed ham. Carve and serve.
How to make the best orange maple glazed ham
- Try to choose Australian pork, which will have an Australian Pork logo or symbol on the packaging at supermarkets. If you go to a butcher, they can tell you where the pork comes from too.
- Set aside 5 minutes to focus on preparing the glaze on the stove, as it’s important to stir it as it comes to the boil. After that, it doesn’t take long to thicken.
- Check the height of your oven shelves before preheating the oven so you don’t have to adjust it (and risk burning yourself) later.
- Set a timer to add more of the orange maple glaze to the ham after 25 minutes of cooking. This helps create depth of flavour and a glossy, even glaze.
How to carve a glazed ham
Remember to rest the ham before carving and serving it. Usually around 15 minutes is ideal. Use a sharp carving knife and cut against the grain in thin slices. Plus, check our complete guide on how to carve a ham for more tips to get the perfect slices.
How long does orange maple glazed ham last?
Wondering how long you can keep enjoying your leftover ham? With just a few simple steps, you’ll be savouring delicious ham for days or weeks to come – or even months if you pop it in the freezer! Read our guide for the best and safest ways to store leftover ham.
How to glaze a ham (video)
