Honey-Glazed Ham with Orange-Ginger Reduction

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Succulent ham glazed with a sweet-and-savory honey-orange reduction, balanced by the warmth of ginger and the brightness of citrus. This American-inspired quick recipe, ready in about 140 minutes, pairs ham leg, honey, orange juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 8, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 120 min Serves 8 American cuisine 380 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). In a bowl, mix honey, orange juice, ginger, soy sauce, and 1 tbsp water. Set aside.
  2. Step 2: Place ham on a roasting pan. Using a sharp knife, score the fat in a diamond pattern, then insert 1 tbsp butter into each crevice. Brush 1/3 of the glaze over the ham.
  3. Step 3: Roast for 2 hours, basting every 30 minutes with remaining glaze until ham is glazed and tender. Meanwhile, in a saucepan, melt remaining 3 tbsp butter. Add brown sugar, cinnamon, salt, pepper, and 1/4 cup water; cook until syrupy (5 minutes).
  4. Step 4: Serve ham with reduction drizzled over top.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Honey-Glazed Ham with Orange-Ginger Reduction take to make?

Total time is about 140 minutes (20 min prep + 120 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Honey-Glazed Ham with Orange-Ginger Reduction?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep ham leg from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Honey-Glazed Ham with Orange-Ginger Reduction?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Honey-Glazed Ham with Orange-Ginger Reduction for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 8 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 8). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Honey-Glazed Ham with Orange-Ginger Reduction?

American quick meals like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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