Ham in Coca Cola
Delight your taste buds with this irresistibly juicy and flavorful Ham in Coca Cola, a show-stopping centerpiece for any holiday feast or family gathering! This unique recipe combines the smoky richness of bone-in ham with the caramelized sweetness of Coca Cola, creating a beautifully tender and aromatic dish that's sure to impress. Slowly simmered with onions in the cola, the ham absorbs a medley of sweet and savory flavors, while the finishing touch—a golden crust of Dijon mustard, brown sugar, breadcrumbs, and ground cloves—adds texture and spice. With a quick prep time of just 10 minutes and a mouthwatering caramelized glaze, this recipe is as easy to make as it is delicious to serve. Perfect for gatherings, this classic twist on glazed ham will have your guests coming back for seconds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 lbs bone-in smoked ham
- 2 liters Coca Cola
- 1 large onion
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp ground cloves
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
Instructions
Place the ham in a large pot, ensuring it fits snugly but with enough space for the liquid.
Peel the onion and cut it into quarters. Add the onion pieces to the pot with the ham.
Pour the Coca Cola over the ham until it is completely submerged. If needed, add more to cover.
Place the pot on the stove, bring the Coca Cola to a boil, then reduce the heat to a gentle simmer. Cover the pot and let the ham cook for about 2 hours, or until heated through and tender.
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Carefully remove the ham from the pot and place it in a roasting dish. Reserve about 1 cup of the cooking liquid for later.
In a small bowl, mix the Dijon mustard, brown sugar, and ground cloves to form a paste.
Brush the mustard mixture evenly over the surface of the ham. Sprinkle the breadcrumbs over the top, pressing gently to help them stick.
Pour the reserved cooking liquid into the bottom of the roasting dish to prevent the ham from drying out.
Place the ham in the oven and bake for 20–30 minutes, or until the crust is golden and crispy.
Remove the ham from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4538 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 112.1 g | 144% | |
| Saturated Fat | 37.5 g | 188% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 998 mg | 333% | |
| Sodium | 24460 mg | 1063% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 493.4 g | 179% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.3 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 399.1 g | ||
| Protein | 398.9 g | 798% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 412 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 21.2 mg | 118% | |
| Potassium | 5444 mg | 116% | |
*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.
