Guava Glazed Ham

This Guava Glazed Ham recipe is a delicious and flavorful dish from the US Virgin Islands cuisine. The combination of sweet guava and savory ham creates a mouthwatering main course that is perfect for special occasions and holiday gatherings.

Gluten Free Dairy Free Main Course US Virgin Islands Guava Ham Holiday
Guava Glazed Ham

Ingredients

  • 1 (5-pound) fully cooked ham
  • 1 cup guava jelly
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cloves

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F.
  2. Score the surface of the ham with shallow diagonal cuts.
  3. In a small saucepan, combine the guava jelly, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, and ground cloves. Cook over medium heat until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
  4. Place the ham in a roasting pan and brush the glaze over the surface of the ham.
  5. Bake the ham for 1 1/2 to 2 hours, basting with the glaze every 20 minutes, until the ham is heated through and the glaze is caramelized.
  6. Let the ham rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
2 hours
Total time:
2 hours
Cooking method
Oven

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
20g
Fat
18g

Supplies

Roasting pan Basting brush

Tools

Oven Saucepan

Serving suggestions

Serve the Guava Glazed Ham with traditional sides such as rice and beans, macaroni and cheese, or a fresh green salad.

Tips & tricks

For an extra burst of flavor, garnish the ham with fresh guava slices before serving.

Cost

$25