Gordon Ramsay Honey Glazed ham Recipe

This Gordon Ramsay Honey Glazed Ham Recipe is a tender and juicy recipe, which is made with honey and Madeira. It’s the perfect holiday showstopper, ready in about 4 hours.

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Gordon Ramsay Honey Glazed Ham Recipe Ingredients

• 3kg unsmoked boneless gammon joint
• 4 carrots, chopped
• 1 leek, chopped
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 tsp black peppercorns
• 1 tsp coriander seeds
• 1 cinnamon stick
• 3 bay leaves
• Whole cloves, for studding

For the glaze:

• 100g demerara sugar
• 50ml Madeira
• 25ml sherry vinegar
• 125g honey

How To Make Gordon Ramsay Honey Glazed Ham Recipe

1. Poach the Gammon: Place the gammon joint in a large stockpot and cover it with cold water. Add the chopped carrots, leek, onion, peppercorns, coriander seeds, cinnamon stick, and bay leaves. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 3 hours, skimming any foam from the surface occasionally.
2. Make the Glaze: While the ham cools slightly, prepare the glaze. In a small saucepan, combine the demerara sugar, Madeira, sherry vinegar, and honey. Heat gently, stirring, until the sugar has dissolved and the glaze has thickened slightly, about 3–4 minutes.
3. Prep the Ham for Roasting: Preheat your oven to 190°C / 375°F. Carefully remove the ham from the poaching liquid. While it’s still warm, use a small knife to remove the outer layer of skin, leaving a good layer of fat behind. Score the fat in a diamond pattern, being careful not to cut into the meat. Stud the center of each diamond with a whole clove.
4. First Glaze and Roast: Place the ham on a rack in a roasting tin. Brush with half of the prepared glaze, ensuring it gets into the scores. Roast for 15 minutes.
5. Second Glaze and Finish: Remove the ham from the oven and pour the remaining glaze over the top. Return it to the oven and roast for another 25–35 minutes, basting with the pan glazes every 10 minutes, until the ham is golden and sticky.
6. Rest and Serve: Remove the ham from the oven, tent it loosely with foil, and let it rest for at least 15 minutes before carving.

Recipe Tips

• How do you get a non-soggy bottom on the ham? Placing the ham on a wire rack inside the roasting tray is key. This elevates the ham, allowing the heat to circulate all around it and preventing the bottom from sitting in the glaze and becoming soggy.
• What’s the best way to carve a glazed ham? Use a long, sharp, non-serrated slicing knife. A serrated blade can shred the meat and tear the beautiful glaze. A clean, sharp knife will give you smooth, even slices.
• How should I rest the ham after roasting? Tent the ham loosely with a piece of aluminum foil. This keeps the meat warm while allowing the juices to redistribute, without trapping steam that would soften the glazed crust.
• What can I do with the leftover poaching liquid? Don’t throw it away! It’s a flavorful stock. Strain it and freeze it for later use as a fantastic base for pea and ham soup, lentil soup, or risottos.

What To Serve With Honey Glazed Ham

This show-stopping main is a holiday classic and pairs perfectly with a variety of sides:

• Scalloped or roasted potatoes
• Macaroni and cheese
• Steamed green beans or roasted asparagus
• Glazed carrots
• Dinner rolls

How To Store Honey Glazed Ham

• Refrigerate: Store leftover sliced ham in an airtight container or wrapped tightly in foil in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. It’s excellent for sandwiches.
• Freeze: You can freeze slices of cooked ham. Wrap them well and store them in a freezer-safe bag for up to 2 months.

Honey Glazed Ham Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 165 kcal
• Protein: 20g
• Fat: 5g
• Carbohydrates: 10g
• Sodium: 1200mg

Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.

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