Spice Crusted Ham with Maple Mustard Sauce Recipe

Name: Spice Crusted Ham with Maple Mustard Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (8 to 10-pound) fully cooked shank-end ham; 4 garlic cloves; 1 1/2 teaspoons fine sea salt; 1 tablespoon whole coriander seeds; 1 tablespoon mixed peppercorns (containing black, pink, white, and green peppercorns but not allspice); 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour; 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened; 1/2 cup Dijon mustard; 1/4 cup Grade B maple syrup; Garnish: 2 large bunches fresh flat-leaf parsley; Special equipment: an electric coffee/spice grinder

Servings: persons

1 (8 to 10-pound) fully cooked shank-end ham
4 garlic cloves
1 1/2 teaspoons fine sea salt
1 tablespoon whole coriander seeds
1 tablespoon mixed peppercorns (containing black, pink, white, and green peppercorns but not allspice)
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup Dijon mustard
1/4 cup Grade B maple syrup
Garnish: 2 large bunches fresh flat-leaf parsley
Special equipment: an electric coffee/spice grinder

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
2
For Ham: Remove any thick skin from ham and all but about 3/4-inch layer of fat.
3
Mince and mash garlic with salt to a paste.
4
Coarsely grind coriander and peppercorns in coffee/spice grinder and stir together with flour, butter, and garlic paste in a bowl.
5
Spread spice paste all over ham, then put ham, cut side down, in a greased large roasting pan.
6
Bake in middle of oven until crust is golden and an instant-read thermometer inserted into center (do not touch bone) registers 150 degrees F, about 1 1/4 hours.
7
Transfer ham to a platter and let stand 15 minutes before slicing.
8
Garnish with parsley.
9
For Sauce: Stir together mustard and maple syrup until combined well.
10
Serve with ham.
11
Cook's note: Sauce can be made 2 days ahead and chilled, covered.
12
Bring to room temperature before serving.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (8 to 10-pound) fully cooked shank-end ham, 4 garlic cloves, 1 1/2 teaspoons fine sea salt, 1 tablespoon whole coriander seeds, and more.

Yes, Spice Crusted Ham with Maple Mustard Sauce falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Spice Crusted Ham with Maple Mustard Sauce

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