5 Spice Plum Glaze for Ham
Transform your holiday ham into a show-stopping centerpiece with this irresistible 5 Spice Plum Glaze. Bursting with bold, gourmet flavors, this recipe combines sweet plum jam, rich brown sugar, and tangy orange juice with the aromatic depth of Chinese five spice powder and fresh ginger. A splash of soy sauce and rice vinegar adds a savory, umami twist, while freshly grated garlic and zesty orange peel elevate the glaze to perfection. In just 15 minutes, you'll have a thick, glossy glaze ideal for brushing over your ham during baking, creating a beautifully caramelized crust with layers of sweet, savory, and spiced flavors. Serve with extra glaze on the side for a flavorful finishing touch to every slice. Perfect for holidays or special occasions, this Asian-inspired ham glaze promises to impress your guests with its unique blend of ingredients and easy preparation.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup plum jam
- 0.5 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon Chinese five spice powder
- 1 tablespoon (grated) fresh ginger
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 cloves (minced) garlic
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- 3 tablespoons orange juice
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
In a small saucepan, combine the plum jam, brown sugar, soy sauce, and Chinese five spice powder.
Add the grated fresh ginger, minced garlic, rice vinegar, orange zest, orange juice, and water to the saucepan.
Place the pan over medium heat and stir the ingredients together until they are well combined.
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the glaze thickens slightly.
Remove the glaze from heat and let it cool for 5 minutes before using.
Brush a generous layer of the glaze over the ham during the final 30 minutes of baking, reapplying every 10 minutes for a flavorful, caramelized crust.
Serve extra glaze on the side for dipping or drizzling over slices of ham.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
92 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 101 mg | 4% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 23.8 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.2 g | ||
| Protein | 0.3 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 18 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.4 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 69 mg | 1% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
