Paleo Honey-Glazed Roast Ham
Elevate your holiday table with the irresistible Paleo Honey-Glazed Roast Ham—a centerpiece bursting with sweet, smoky, and tangy flavors! This recipe pairs a succulent, bone-in ham with a luscious glaze crafted from raw honey, coconut sugar, Dijon mustard, and fresh orange juice, along with a medley of warming spices like cinnamon and cloves. Slow-roasted to perfection, the ham boasts a caramelized, golden crust and tender, juicy meat that will leave your guests craving seconds. Designed to be gluten-free and refined sugar-free, this paleo-friendly dish is ideal for those seeking healthier indulgences. Perfect for festive gatherings or special occasions, this ham is as stunning as it is delicious. Don’t forget to carve generously and serve with your favorite seasonal sides!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 pounds bone-in, skin-on ham
- 1.5 cups raw honey
- 0.5 cup coconut sugar
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 0.5 cup fresh orange juice
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
Remove any plastic from the ham and, using a sharp knife, score the skin in a crisscross pattern but do not cut deep into the meat. This helps in soaking up the glaze.
Place the ham on a rack in a roasting pan, flat side down, and set aside while you prepare the glaze.
In a medium saucepan, combine the raw honey, coconut sugar, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, and fresh orange juice.
Add the ground cinnamon, ground cloves, garlic powder, sea salt, and black pepper to the saucepan.
Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the sugar has dissolved and the mixture is well blended. Allow it to simmer for about 5 minutes to slightly thicken.
Remove from heat and let cool slightly before applying it onto the ham.
Use a brush or spoon to coat the ham evenly with a generous layer of the honey glaze.
Cover the ham loosely with aluminum foil and place it in the preheated oven.
Bake for about 2 hours, basting with the honey glaze every 30 minutes.
Remove the foil and increase the oven's temperature to 400°F (205°C).
Continue to roast for an additional 20-30 minutes until the glaze is golden and caramelized, and the internal temperature of the ham reaches 140°F (60°C).
Remove the ham from the oven and let it rest for at least 15-20 minutes before carving.
Transfer to a serving platter and enjoy your moist and flavorful Paleo Honey-Glazed Roast Ham.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
7652 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 206.3 g | 264% | |
| Saturated Fat | 72.7 g | 364% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1996 mg | 665% | |
| Sodium | 46567 mg | 2025% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 603.0 g | 219% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.7 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 532.5 g | ||
| Protein | 763.8 g | 1528% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 419 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 32.9 mg | 183% | |
| Potassium | 9382 mg | 200% | |
*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.
