Best 8 Ham Kabobs Recipes

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**Ham Kabobs: A Flavorful Journey of Sweet, Tangy, and Savory Sensations**

Savor the delectable harmony of sweet pineapple, succulent ham, and tangy teriyaki sauce in these irresistible Ham Kabobs. Embark on a culinary adventure where tender ham mingles with juicy pineapple, creating a chorus of flavors that dance on your palate. Marinated in a symphony of soy sauce, brown sugar, and ginger, the ham takes on a delightful glaze that caramelizes over the open flame, infusing every bite with a smoky allure. These kabobs are not only a feast for the taste buds but also a visual masterpiece, with vibrant colors and textures that add a pop of excitement to your plate. Elevate your grilling game with this exceptional recipe, perfect for backyard barbecues, picnics, or even quick and easy weeknight dinners. Discover variations that cater to different dietary preferences, including gluten-free and low-carb options, ensuring everyone can indulge in this flavor sensation. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with Ham Kabobs – a culinary journey you won't soon forget.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

HAM AND PINEAPPLE KABOBS



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Cooked ham and pineapple chunks threaded onto skewers and coated with a zesty, sweet glaze.

Provided by Lindsay Perejma

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork

Time 23m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons distilled white vinegar
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 teaspoon prepared mustard
¾ pound cooked ham, cut into 1 inch cubes
1 (15 ounce) can pineapple chunks, drained
skewers

Steps:

  • Preheat grill for high heat.
  • In a medium bowl, mix together brown sugar, vinegar, vegetable oil, and mustard. Thread ham and pineapple chunks alternately onto skewers.
  • Lightly oil grill grate. Place skewers on the prepared grill, and brush liberally with the brown sugar mixture. Cook for 6 to 8 minutes, turning frequently and basting often. Serve when heated through and richly glazed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 342.2 calories, Carbohydrate 26.8 g, Cholesterol 47.7 mg, Fat 19.3 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 16.2 g, SaturatedFat 6.2 g, Sodium 1096.9 mg, Sugar 25.3 g

HAM & PINEAPPLE KABOBS



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For a twist on the usual holiday fare, we turn ham and pineapple into juicy kabobs. The marinade gets its zip from hoisin, teriyaki and soy sauces. -Chandra Lane-Sirois, Kansas City, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup hoisin sauce
1/4 cup unsweetened pineapple juice
1/4 cup teriyaki sauce
1 tablespoon honey
1-1/2 teaspoons rice vinegar
1-1/2 teaspoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
KABOBS:
2 pounds fully cooked boneless ham, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 large fresh pineapple, peeled, cored and cut into 1-in. cubes (about 4 cups)

Steps:

  • In a large shallow dish, combine the first 6 ingredients. Add ham; turn to coat. Refrigerate, covered, overnight., Preheat oven to 350°. Drain ham, reserving marinade. For glaze, pour marinade into a small saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 5-7 minutes or until slightly thickened, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat., Meanwhile, on 12 metal or soaked wooden skewers, alternately thread ham and pineapple; place in a foil-lined 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Brush with glaze. Bake, uncovered, 15-20 minutes or until lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 144 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 39mg cholesterol, Sodium 1109mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 15g protein.

HAM KABOBS



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Trudy Gernert of Seymour, Indiana sends her version of kabobs that include lots of flavorful ingredients like tomatoes, pineapples, and sweet potatoes.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup white vinegar
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 pound cubed fully cooked ham
1 pound smoked sausage, cut into 1-in. slices
2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
1 tablespoon water
2 medium green peppers, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 medium onion, cut into wedges
16 cherry tomatoes
1-1/2 cups pineapple chunks

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine vinegar and brown sugar. Pour half of the marinade into a large resealable plastic bag; add ham and sausage. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for at least 2 hours. Refrigerate remaining marinade for basting., Place sweet potatoes and water in a microwave-safe dish. Cover and microwave on high for 4 minutes or until tender., Drain and discard marinade. On eight metal or soaked wooden skewers, alternately thread the ham, sausage, sweet potatoes, green peppers, onion, tomatoes and pineapple. , Grill, covered, over medium heat or broil 4-6 in. from the heat for 8-10 minutes or until sweet potatoes are tender, turning and basting occasionally with reserved marinade.

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SWISS HAM KABOBS



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With melty cheese, juicy pineapple and salty ham, it's no surprise my daughter requests my kabobs on her May birthday. They're a fantastic way to get into grilling season. -Helen Phillips, Horseheads, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 can (20 ounces) pineapple chunks
1/2 cup orange marmalade
1 tablespoon prepared mustard
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1 pound fully cooked ham, cut into 1-inch cubes
1/2 pound Swiss cheese, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 medium green pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces, optional

Steps:

  • Drain pineapple, reserving 2 tablespoons juice; set pineapple aside. In a small bowl, mix marmalade, mustard, cloves and reserved pineapple juice. On eight metal or soaked wooden skewers, alternately thread ham, cheese, pineapple and, if desired, green pepper., Place kabobs on greased grill rack. Grill, uncovered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat 5-7 minutes or until heated through, turning and basting frequently with marmalade sauce. Serve with remaining sauce.

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HAM AND PINEAPPLE KABOBS



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Categories     Fruit     Ham     Grill/Barbecue

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons distilled white vinegar
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 teaspoon prepared mustard
3/4 pounds cooked ham, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 can (15 ounce) pineapple chunks, drained
1 recipe - skewers

Steps:

  • Preheat grill for high heat. In a medium bowl, mix together brown sugar, vinegar, vegetable oil, and mustard.
  • Thread ham and pineapple chunks alternately onto skewers.
  • Lightly oil grill grate. Place skewers on the prepared grill, and brush liberally with the brown sugar mixture. Cook for 6 to 8 minutes, turning frequently and basting often.
  • Serve when heated through and richly glazed.

GRILLED HAM & PINEAPPLE KABOBS



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I made these this year for Easter. All the family and friends loved them. The grill gave it a wonderful flavor!

Provided by GoodFoodMood

Categories     Ham

Time 20m

Yield 20 kabobs, 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 pineapple (cut in cubes)
1 big ham (cut in cubes)
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple

Steps:

  • Place ham and pineapple on skewers. (I did 3 ham and 2 pineapple per skewer.).
  • Mix together crushed pineapple and brown sugar. If to chunky place in blender until smooth.
  • Make sure your grill is nice and hot. Baste kabobs with pineapple and brown sugar mix.
  • Grill until heated and has nice grill marks. Enjoy!

HAM AND PINEAPPLE KABOBS



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Enjoy this delicious kabob dinner - pineapple, ham and tomatoes grilled with a sweet and spicy jelly mix. Ready in just 20 minutes!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 lb. cooked ham, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 (8-oz) can pineapple chunks in unsweetened juice, drained
8 cherry tomatoes
3/4 cup red currant jelly
1 tablespoon prepared mustard

Steps:

  • Heat grill. Alternately thread ham, pineapple and tomatoes onto four 10-inch metal skewers. In small microwave-safe bowl, combine jelly and mustard. Microwave on HIGH for 1 to 2 minutes or until jelly melts. Stir to combine. Brush 3 to 4 tablespoons jelly mixture over kabobs.
  • When ready to grill, place kabobs on gas grill over medium heat or on charcoal grill 4 to 6 inches from medium coals. Cook 10 to 12 minutes or until thoroughly heated, turning once. Serve with remaining jelly mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 405, Carbohydrate 50 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 27 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1770 mg, Sugar 37 g

HAM 'N' SAUSAGE KABOBS



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Meaty skewers round out any breakfast menu. A glaze of honey, maple syrup and mustard pleasantly coats every bite-size piece.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 smoked sausage links, cut into 1/2-inch slices
1/3 pound fully cooked ham (1 inch thick), cut into 1-inch cubes
2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons maple syrup
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

Steps:

  • On metal or soaked wooden skewers, alternately thread sausage and ham. Place on a broiler pan coated with cooking spray. Combine the remaining ingredients; brush over kabobs. Bake at 375° for 10-15 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 230 calories, Fat 13g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 46mg cholesterol, Sodium 858mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 12g protein.

Tips:

  • Choose high-quality ingredients: Fresh, flavorful ingredients will make your ham kabobs taste their best. Look for ham that is moist and has a good flavor. Choose vegetables that are crisp and brightly colored.
  • Marinate the ham: Marinating the ham in a flavorful marinade will help to tenderize it and add flavor. There are many different marinade recipes to choose from, so find one that you like and that complements the other ingredients in your kabobs.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: Ham kabobs are a great way to use up leftover vegetables. Choose a variety of vegetables that will cook evenly and have different flavors and textures. Some good options include bell peppers, onions, zucchini, mushrooms, and cherry tomatoes.
  • Cook the kabobs over medium heat: Cooking the kabobs over medium heat will help to prevent the ham and vegetables from drying out. Be sure to turn the kabobs frequently so that they cook evenly.
  • Serve the kabobs with your favorite dipping sauce: Ham kabobs are delicious served with a variety of dipping sauces. Some good options include honey mustard, barbecue sauce, or ranch dressing.

Conclusion:

Ham kabobs are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. They can be made with a variety of ingredients, so you can customize them to your own taste. Ham kabobs are also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give ham kabobs a try.

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