BBQ Christmas Ham Recipe

Celebrate the festive season with a delicious Christmas Ham cooked on your Artis open grill wood-fired BBQ fireplace. This recipe is designed for an open grill setup, ensuring a smoky flavour that enhances the holiday experience. 

Ingredients 

• 1 fully cooked smoked ham leg (about 4.5 kg) 

• 1 cup honey 

• 1/2 cup brown sugar 

• 60g unsalted butter 

• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce 

• 1/4 cup wholegrain mustard 

• Zest and juice of 2 oranges 

• Cloves (for decoration) 

• 2 tins pineapple rings (optional) 

Instructions 

1. Prepare the Ham: 

• Remove the ham from the fridge about 45 minutes before cooking to bring it to room temperature. 

• Carefully peel away the skin, leaving the fat layer intact for moisture and flavour. 

• Score the fat in a diamond pattern, making cuts about 3 cm apart. Insert cloves into the scored areas. Optionally, attach pineapple rings with toothpicks around the ham. 

1. Set Up Your Artis BBQ: 

• Build a fire in your wood-fired BBQ and allow it to burn down until you have hot coals, aiming for a cooking temperature around 190°C (375°F). 

• Arrange the coals to create a two-zone setup: one side with direct heat and the other side without. 

1. Cook the Ham: 

• Place the ham in a foil tray and position it on the cooler side of the grill (the side without direct heat). 

• Cook for approximately 1.5 hours, or until a meat thermometer reads 42°C (107°F) in the thickest part of the ham. 

1. Prepare the Glaze: 

• In a saucepan over medium heat, combine honey, brown sugar, butter, Worcestershire sauce, wholegrain mustard, orange zest, and juice. Stir until melted and well mixed. 

1. Glaze and Finish Cooking: 

• Move the ham to the hotter side of the grill. 

• Brush some of the glaze over the ham and continue cooking for an additional 45 minutes, basting every 10-15 minutes with more glaze until the internal temperature reaches 52°C (126°F) and the ham is caramelized. 

1. Rest and Serve: 

• Remove the ham from the grill and let it rest for about 10 minutes before slicing. 

• Serve with any remaining glaze or your favourite barbecue sauce. 

Tips for Success 

• Monitor temperatures closely to avoid overcooking. 

• Use leftover ham in sandwiches or salads for delicious post-holiday meals. 

• For added flavour, experiment with different herbs or spices in your glaze. 

This simple yet flavourful Barbecued Christmas Ham will make your holiday celebration memorable! Enjoy your festive feast with family and friends around your Artis BBQ fireplace!