Best 4 Southern Ham Steak With Red Eye Gravy Recipes

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Indulge in the hearty Southern tradition with our delectable Southern Ham Steak with Red-Eye Gravy recipe. This classic dish combines savory ham steaks, smothered in a rich and flavorful red-eye gravy, creating a symphony of Southern flavors. Accompany your ham steak with a medley of traditional Southern sides, such as creamy mashed potatoes, sautéed green beans, and tangy coleslaw. For a sweet and savory twist, prepare our scrumptious Pineapple Casserole, a delightful combination of pineapple, crushed crackers, and a hint of coconut. Complete your Southern feast with our irresistible Banana Pudding, a luscious dessert featuring layers of vanilla wafers, creamy pudding, and fresh bananas. These recipes will transport you to the heart of Southern cooking, offering a taste of authentic and comforting Southern cuisine.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

OVER EASY HAM STEAK WITH RED-EYE GRAVY



Over Easy Ham Steak with Red-Eye Gravy image

Provided by Aaron May

Categories     main-dish

Time 4h20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons butter
1 whole chicken, cut into pieces
1 white onion, roughly chopped
1 quart chicken stock
1 1/2 cups strong brewed coffee
1/4 teaspoon brown sugar, optional
4 ham steaks, trimmed
Freshly ground black pepper
4 eggs

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan over moderate heat, melt the butter. Add chicken and brown skin side down. Turn over and add chopped onion. Cook until soft and starting to color about 6 to 8 minutes. Cover with chicken stock, and add the coffee and brown sugar, if using. Reduce heat to medium and cook the red eye gravy until thick enough to coat the back of the spoon, about 2 to 4 hours. Strain stock into a large bowl and reserve. The chicken can be used for another recipe or discarded.
  • Preheat a large heavy bottomed frying pan over medium-high heat. Season ham steaks with black pepper and add to the hot skillet. Cook until golden brown on each side, 6 to 8 minutes and transfer to serving plates.
  • In the same skillet, once steaks have been removed, reduce heat to medium and fry the eggs to desired doneness.
  • Cover the steaks with red-eye gravy and crown with a fried egg. This dish can be served with potatoes, hash browns or biscuits, if desired.

SOUTHERN HAM STEAK WITH RED-EYE GRAVY RECIPE - (4/5)



Southern Ham Steak with Red-Eye Gravy Recipe - (4/5) image

Provided by AzWench

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pound ham steak
2 tablespoons butter
2 cups strong coffee
2 teaspoons all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons water
2 tablespoons brown sugar

Steps:

  • Brown the ham steak, including package juices, in a hot dry skillet over high heat 420°F (216°) on both sides, 5 to 7 minutes. Turn the ham steak when it releases easily from the pan. Add the butter and allow it to melt. Remove the ham steak to a warm platter and keep warm. Slowly stir in the coffee. In a small bowl, combine flour and water; mix well. Stir in the flour mixture and brown sugar until well blended. Return the ham steak to the skillet and simmer for 3 to 5 minutes.

COUNTRY HAM WITH REDEYE GRAVY



Country Ham with Redeye Gravy image

Provided by Rhoda Boone

Categories     Coffee     Kid-Friendly     Quick & Easy     Ham     Small Plates

Yield Serves 2

Number Of Ingredients 5

6 ounces country ham, sliced 1/4-inch thick
1 tablespoon unsalted butter, plus more for ham if necessary
1/2 cup strong black coffee
1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth or water
1/2 teaspoon sugar

Steps:

  • Heat a large skillet (preferably cast-iron) over medium-high. Cook ham, adding 1/2 Tbsp. butter if ham is lean to help the browning process, until browned and fat has rendered, 2-3 minutes per side. Transfer ham to a platter.
  • Pour coffee into the same skillet and cook over medium-high heat, scraping skillet with a wooden spoon to deglaze and loosen any browned bits. Add broth and sugar; simmer, stirring occasionally, until thickened and reduced to about 1/4 cup, 3-4 minutes. Add 1 Tbsp. butter and whisk until emulsified, about 1 minute more. Pour gravy into a small bowl or serving vessel and serve drizzled over or alongside ham.

HAM WITH RED EYE GRAVY



Ham with Red Eye Gravy image

The way the bitter coffee marries with the sweet, smoky fat is far from unpleasant, and infinitely better than simply pouring the pan drippings over your food.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     Meat and Seafood     Ham

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
½ cup chopped fatty ham scraps
4 (1/4 inch thick) slices ham
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste
1 teaspoon all-purpose flour
⅔ cup brewed coffee

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir ham scraps until browned, about 5 minutes. Remove to a plate, reserving the grease in the pan.
  • Place ham slices in the pan and cook over medium heat until browned, about 5 minutes on each side. Season both sides with salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Remove ham and reserve on a plate.
  • Reduce heat to medium-low and sprinkle flour over the pan drippings. Cook and stir for 2 minutes. Increase heat to medium-high and pour in coffee into the pan. Cook and stir until combined and thickened. Season to taste. Return ham to the pan to warm through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 214 calories, Carbohydrate 0.6 g, Cholesterol 41.2 mg, Fat 17.1 g, Protein 13.7 g, SaturatedFat 5.4 g, Sodium 984 mg

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use thick-cut ham steaks that are at least 1 inch thick.
  • Use a cast iron skillet to cook the ham steaks. This will help to create a nice crust on the outside of the meat.
  • Cook the ham steaks over medium heat. This will help to prevent the meat from drying out.
  • Baste the ham steaks with the red eye gravy while they are cooking. This will help to keep the meat moist and flavorful.
  • Serve the ham steaks with mashed potatoes, green beans, and cornbread.

Conclusion:

Southern ham steak with red eye gravy is a classic Southern dish that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. The ham steaks are cooked in a cast iron skillet until they are browned and crispy, then smothered in a rich and flavorful red eye gravy. This dish is typically served with mashed potatoes, green beans, and cornbread, but it can also be served with rice, pasta, or your favorite side dishes.

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