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Country Ham Steaks

Pan seared salt cured ham steaks served with a classic red eye pan gravy made from black coffee and skillet drippings.

15 minEasyServes 4280 cal/serving

AmericanDinnerStovetopHigh ProteinLow CarbKetoGluten-FreeNut-FreeSoy-FreeEgg-FreeShellfish-FreeSesame-FreeAlcohol-FreeNightshade-FreeCorn-Free

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Ingredients

  • 4 steaks country ham steaks
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup brewed black coffee
  • 2 tsp light brown sugar

Instructions

  1. 1

    Melt 2 tbsp unsalted butter in a skillet over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Add 4 steaks country ham steaks and sear for 3 to 4 minutes per side until browned and internal temperature reaches 145°F.

  3. 3

    Transfer country ham steaks to a warm plate.

  4. 4

    Pour 1/2 cup brewed black coffee and 2 tsp light brown sugar into the skillet.

  5. 5

    Scrape up pan drippings and simmer gravy for 2 minutes before serving over country ham steaks.

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Questions

What internal temperature should Country Ham Steaks reach?

For Country Ham Steaks, the target internal temperature is 145 F (about 65 C), given in step 2. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

Can I skip the searing in Country Ham Steaks?

Step 2 reads: "Add 4 steaks country ham steaks and sear for 3 to 4 minutes per side until browned and internal temperature reaches 145°F." You can, but you give up flavor. The browning in step 2 builds the savory base the rest of the dish is seasoned against. Give the pieces room so the pan stays hot.

What can I use instead of brown sugar in Country Ham Steaks?

The entry for Country Ham Steaks calls for 2 tsp light brown sugar. In its place: White sugar with a tablespoon of molasses per cup. Without molasses, plain white sugar works but bakes up crisper and paler.

Is Country Ham Steaks keto-friendly?

A serving of Country Ham Steaks carries 2 g of carbohydrate. Against a strict 20 g keto day that is 10 percent of the budget; against a moderate 100 g low-carb day it is 2 percent.

How long does Country Ham Steaks keep?

Refrigerate what is left of Country Ham Steaks within two hours and eat it within three days. Reheat gently on the stovetop.

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