How to cook ham in the Instant Pot
This method of cooking ham is actually really easy! Here are the steps:
A simple honey glaze
This recipe has an optional honey glaze that you definitely want to make if you enjoy a little sweet glaze on your ham. If you make it here are some tips:
Use apple or pineapple juice when cooking the ham.Adjust the amount of honey used based on your desired sweetness. The 1/4 cup listed in the recipe only makes it slightly sweet. Definitely add more if you prefer a sweeter glaze.Use cold water to make the slurry and mix it well. Pour it into the Instant pot immediately after mixing.The glaze will thicken immediately after pouring in the slurry. It will thicken and cook down the longer you let it simmer.
Benefits of cooking ham in the instant pot
I used to cook ham in the oven, and a lot of times it turned out dry and tough. When you cook it in the Instant Pot you get a tender and juicy ham with some additional benefits:
What to serve with a pressure cooker ham
Here are some of our favorite things to serve up at a family gathering with a delicious ham:
LOADED MASHED CAULIFLOWERPALEO “CORNBREAD”CRISPY OVEN ROASTED SPANISH POTATOESPESTO POTATO SALADGARLIC AND SAGE BROWN BUTTER MUSHROOMS
Your turn to make an easy Instant Pot ham
Save space in the oven and cook your ham in the Instant Pot instead! We know you’ll love the flavor and be surprised by how quick and easy this recipe is. If you make it, leave a comment and rating below to let us know how it goes. Also, take a pic to share on Instagram. Tag us @realsimplegood so we can check it out, we love to see what you’re cooking!
