Cajun Glaze (good with ham)

May 12, 2023May 12, 20230 5

Cajun Glaze recipe that tastes great with ham

by The Chefin Glaze

Prep

10 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

272

Sugar

57g

Fat

Cajun Glaze is a delicious glaze that can be used on poultry, ham, pork and beef. This glaze has become popular in the southern region of the United States and is a great way to add flavor to any meat. Its outstanding sweet, savory and spicy flavor profile gives your dish a tantalizing finish. The dark glaze is perfect for holiday meals, cookouts, and family gatherings. The tantalizing scent and taste of the Cajun Glaze that pairs perfectly with ham make it a sure hit with carnivores.

Instructions

1.	In a small bowl, whisk together all of the ingredients.
2.	Brush the glaze all over a ham or meat of your choice, covering it completely.
3.	Bake the meat according to your preferred method, brushing the glaze on every 15-20 minutes.
4.	Once the meat is fully cooked, let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

PROS

The Cajun glaze is incredibly flavorful, with a perfect balance of sweet and spicy notes.

It suits a wide range of meats and adds an amazing color and flavor to the dish.

CONS

This glaze does contain a significant amount of sugar, which can be an issue for individuals with diabetes.

If not brushed on consistently while cooking, the flavors may not be evenly distributed throughout the meat.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this is a sweet and savory glaze, it is not particularly healthy due to its sugar content.
However, it does add flavor to a lean protein source which can help dieters and fitness enthusiasts to enjoy a healthy meal with more variety.

	1 cup cane syrup
	1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
	1 cup creole mustard
	1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
	1/2 cup brown sugar
	1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
	1 tablespoon cracked pepper
	1/2 teaspoon ground sassafras leaves