Low Fat Crispy Fried Ham
Elevate your mealtime with Low Fat Crispy Fried Ham—a healthier twist on a beloved comfort food. This recipe uses lean ham slices coated in seasoned whole wheat breadcrumbs and egg whites, delivering all the satisfying crunch you crave without the guilt. Instead of deep-frying, the ham slices are air-fried or baked for a golden-brown finish, with olive oil cooking spray ensuring maximum crispiness with minimal fat. Spiced with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and black pepper, each bite bursts with bold flavor. Ready in under 30 minutes, this dish is perfect as a main course or tucked into sandwiches and wraps for a wholesome, protein-packed option. Ideal for busy home cooks seeking delicious low-fat meals!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 slices Lean ham slices
- 2 whole Egg whites
- 0.5 cups Whole wheat breadcrumbs
- 1 bottle Olive oil cooking spray
- 0.5 teaspoons Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Paprika
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
Instructions
Preheat an air fryer to 400°F (200°C). If you don't have an air fryer, preheat your oven to the same temperature and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a shallow bowl, whisk the egg whites until slightly frothy.
In another shallow dish, combine the whole wheat breadcrumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and black pepper. Mix well to incorporate the spices evenly throughout the breadcrumbs.
Take each ham slice and dip it into the egg whites, allowing the excess to drip off.
Coat the ham slice with the spiced breadcrumb mixture, pressing lightly to ensure the crumbs adhere to both sides of the ham. Repeat with the remaining slices.
Lightly spray each breaded ham slice with olive oil cooking spray. This will help achieve a crispy texture while keeping the dish low in fat.
Place the coated ham slices in a single layer in the air fryer basket or on the prepared baking sheet if using an oven.
Air fry for about 4-5 minutes or bake in the oven for about 10 minutes, turning halfway through the cooking time to ensure even crispiness.
Once the ham slices are golden brown and crispy, remove them from the air fryer or oven and let them cool slightly before serving.
Serve the low-fat crispy fried ham as a main dish or in sandwiches and wraps for a delicious and healthier alternative.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
452 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 9.2 g | 12% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.6 g | 13% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 60 mg | 20% | |
| Sodium | 1972 mg | 86% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 46.6 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.9 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.8 g | ||
| Protein | 45.7 g | 91% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 65 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 4.8 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 805 mg | 17% | |
*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.
