Ham Steak with Pineapple

Ingredients

• 4 eachbone-in ham steaks$12.82
• 8 eachpineapple rings$2.46
• 0.5 cuppineapple juice$0.31
• 4 tbspbrown sugar$0.04
• 2 tbspDijon mustard$0.19
• 2 tbspunsalted butter$0.15
• 0.25 tspclove powder$0.02
• 0.25 tspblack pepper$0.02
• Total for 4 servings$16.01

Most of the cost is bone-in ham steaks ($12.82) and pineapple rings ($2.46). Prices are estimated for the amount used, at average US grocery prices (November 2026).

Steps

1. Pat the bone-in ham steaks dry with paper towels, then use a sharp knife to make shallow vertical cuts 1 inch apart through the outer fat edge to prevent the steaks from curling during searing.
2. In a small measuring cup or bowl, whisk together the pineapple juice, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, clove powder, and black pepper until the sugar is dissolved.
3. Melt 1 tablespoon of the unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the pineapple rings in a single layer and sear for 2 to 3 minutes per side until lightly browned and caramelized, then transfer them to a plate.
4. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter to the skillet. Place the ham steaks in the skillet (in batches if needed) and sear over medium-high heat for 3 to 4 minutes per side until golden brown and warmed through to an internal temperature of at least 140°F (60°C).
5. Reduce heat to medium-low, return all ham steaks to the pan, and place 2 pineapple rings on each steak. Pour the glaze mixture around the ham and simmer for 2 to 3 minutes, spooning the bubbling glaze frequently over the pineapple and meat until the sauce is glossy and lightly syrupy.
6. Transfer the glazed ham steaks and pineapple rings to warm plates, spoon any remaining glaze from the skillet over the top, and serve immediately.