Tropical Star Anise Ham Glaze
Elevate your holiday ham with this vibrant and aromatic glaze, featuring the unique flavors of star anise, frozen pineapple, and zesty cranberries. Infused with fresh ginger and thyme, this wholesome glaze is low in sugar and packed with heart-healthy ingredients, making it a perfect addition to your festive feast. Impress your guests with this colorful and nutritious creation!
ingredients
- 1 cup frozen pineapple chunks, thawed
- 1/2 cup fresh cranberries, chopped
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup (optional for sweetness)
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves, chopped
- 2 star anise pods
- 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- Pinch of salt and black pepper
steps
- 1.
In a medium saucepan, combine the thawed pineapple, chopped cranberries, honey/maple syrup, minced ginger, chopped thyme, star anise pods, chicken broth, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper.
- 2.
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally to combine flavors.
- 3.
Cook for about 10-15 minutes until cranberries burst and the glaze thickens slightly. Remove the star anise pods.
- 4.
Use an immersion blender or food processor to purée the glaze until smooth, adjusting consistency with additional broth if necessary.
- 5.
Preheat your oven to 325°F. Brush the glaze generously over your pre-cooked ham, ensuring even coverage.
- 6.
Place the ham in the oven and bake according to package instructions, basting every 20 minutes with remaining glaze for added flavor.
- 7.
Once heated through, remove the ham from the oven and let rest for 10 minutes. Serve with extra glaze drizzled over slices.
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