Barbecued Ham Sandwiches

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Smoky, tangy, and irresistibly sweet, these Barbecued Ham Sandwiches are a quick and satisfying meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. This recipe takes tender cooked ham and coats it in a rich homemade barbecue sauce made with brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, and a blend of spices like garlic and onion powder. Simmered to perfection, the saucy ham is piled high onto buttery, toasted buns and can be topped with crunchy coleslaw or tangy pickles for added texture and flavor. Ready in just 30 minutes, these sandwiches are a crowd-pleasing option for lunch, dinner, or game-day feasts. Serve them warm and grab a napkin—you’ll need it! Perfectly pairing savory and sweet, this recipe is a delicious twist on traditional barbecue sandwiches.

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 10 min
• Cook Time: 20 min
• Total Time: 30 min
• Servings: 6 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

14 items

• 500 grams Cooked ham
• 1 cup Barbecue sauce
• 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Yellow mustard
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 6 pieces Sandwich buns
• 2 tablespoons Butter
• 0.25 cup Pickles (optional)
• 1 cup Coleslaw (optional)

📝 Instructions

10 steps

1. Chop the cooked ham into small pieces or shred it into bite-sized portions and set aside.

2. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the barbecue sauce, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir until well combined.

3. Bring the sauce mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low and let it cook for 5 minutes.

4. Add the chopped or shredded ham to the saucepan and stir well to coat the ham in the barbecue sauce.

5. Cover the saucepan and let the ham and sauce simmer on low heat for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally to ensure the ham doesn’t burn or stick.

6. While the ham is simmering, slice the sandwich buns in half and lightly butter the cut sides.

7. Toast the buttered buns on a skillet or griddle over medium heat until golden brown, about 2–3 minutes.

8. Assemble the sandwiches by spooning a generous portion of the barbecued ham mixture onto the bottom half of each toasted sandwich bun.

9. Top the barbecued ham with pickles or coleslaw if desired, then place the top half of the bun on each sandwich.

10. Serve the barbecued ham sandwiches warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (232.7g)

Calories		452
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		17.0 g	22%
	Saturated Fat	5.6 g	28%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		63 mg	21%
Sodium		1961 mg	85%
Total Carbohydrate		50.7 g	18%
	Dietary Fiber	2.6 g	9%
	Total Sugars	27.2 g
Protein		22.6 g	45%
Vitamin D		0.1 mcg	0%
Calcium		84 mg	6%
Iron		2.6 mg	14%
Potassium		475 mg	10%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 911 cal (34.1%%)

Protein: 543 cal (20.3%%)

Carbs: 1220 cal (45.6%%)