Low Fat Crispy Fried Ham

Transform your mealtime with this Low Fat Crispy Fried Ham, a lighter spin on a comfort-food classic that's brimming with flavor! Perfectly seasoned with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and black pepper, these lean ham slices are coated in whole wheat breadcrumbs for a crispy outer layer that’s guilt-free. Whether prepared in the air fryer or oven, a quick spritz of olive oil cooking spray ensures a crunchy texture without the extra fat. Ready in just 25 minutes, this high-protein dish is perfect as a standalone main course or as a flavorful addition to sandwiches and wraps. Enjoy a healthier, crispy indulgence with this easy and fast recipe that satisfies without compromise!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

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

Directions

Step 1

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.

Step 2

In a shallow bowl, whisk the egg whites until slightly frothy.

Step 3

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.

Step 4

Take each ham slice and dip it into the egg whites, allowing the excess to drip off.

Step 5

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.

Step 6

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.

Step 7

Place the coated ham slices in a single layer in the air fryer basket or on the prepared baking sheet if using an oven.

Step 8

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.

Step 9

Once the ham slices are golden brown and crispy, remove them from the air fryer or oven and let them cool slightly before serving.

Step 10

Serve the low-fat crispy fried ham as a main dish or in sandwiches and wraps for a delicious and healthier alternative.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(442.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	452.1

Total Fat 9.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 60mg	0%
Sodium 1972.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 46.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.9g	0%
Total Sugars 3.8g
Protein 45.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 64.8mg	0%
Iron 4.8mg	0%
Potassium 805.3mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 18.3%

Protein: 40.4%

Carbs: 41.2%