Gammon Ham Steaks with Whiskey Sauce
Transform your dinner table into a feast of bold flavors with these succulent Gammon Ham Steaks with Whiskey Sauce. Perfectly seared gammon steaks are paired with a luxuriously creamy whiskey sauce that’s infused with the richness of butter, sweet hints of honey, and aromatic fresh thyme. The whiskey adds a touch of smoky depth, balanced beautifully by the tang of chicken stock and the silkiness of heavy cream. This quick and easy recipe, ready in just 30 minutes, is ideal for weeknight dinners yet sophisticated enough for special occasions. Serve it with fluffy mashed potatoes or crisp steamed greens for a meal that’s indulgent, satisfying, and sure to impress.
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces (approximately 200g each) Gammon ham steaks
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 2 small (finely chopped) Shallots
- 60 ml Whiskey
- 120 ml Chicken stock
- 120 ml Heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves
- 0.5 teaspoon (or to taste) Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon (or to taste) Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
1. Preheat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat.
Step 2
2. Brush each gammon ham steak lightly with olive oil on both sides.
Step 3
3. Cook the ham steaks in the preheated skillet for 3-4 minutes per side, or until they develop a golden crust. Remove the cooked steaks from the skillet and set aside on a plate, covering them loosely with foil to keep warm.
Step 4
4. In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
Step 5
5. Add the finely chopped shallots to the skillet and sauté for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent.
Step 6
6. Carefully pour the whiskey into the skillet. Tilt the skillet slightly away from you as it may flame briefly (use caution). Let it simmer for 1 minute to allow the alcohol to cook off.
Step 7
7. Stir in the chicken stock and bring it to a simmer. Cook for 2-3 minutes, letting it reduce slightly.
Step 8
8. Reduce the heat to low and add the heavy cream. Stir well and continue cooking for 2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
Step 9
9. Mix in the honey, fresh thyme leaves, salt, and black pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Step 10
10. Return the ham steaks to the skillet and spoon the sauce over them. Let them warm in the sauce for 1-2 minutes.
Step 11
11. Serve the gammon ham steaks hot, drizzled generously with the whiskey sauce. Pair with mashed potatoes or steamed greens for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1182.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2354.3 |
| Total Fat 152.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 61.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g | |
| Cholesterol 633.0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 11010.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 30.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 21.7g | |
| Protein 168.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 4.5IU | 0% |
| Calcium 101.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2434.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories