Delicious Air Fryer Ham Steak (or Gammon Steak) in under 10 minutes! A great breakfast, brunch or lunch option that’s super quick and easy. Serve with pineapple rings, eggs and fries for a slice of pure nostalgia!
The first time I had gammon steaks (as ham steaks are called in the UK) I was quite perplexed. This was way back when I was a student and lived in halls of residence where dinner was included.
Ham and pineapple plus eggs and chips? It was definitely new to me but I quickly grew to love this simple dish. Gammon steaks are relatively inexpensive and are delicious cooked in the Air Fryer!
If you feel like a ham dinner without cooking a whole ham then this super-quick tasty gammon recipe is the solution! It is such great brunch dish to have on a lazy weekend or if you are busy and want speedy lunch. Ham is not just for Christmas ; )
Gammon in British English is the hind leg of pork after it has been cured by dry-salting or brining, and may or may not be smoked. Strictly speaking, a gammon is the bottom end of a whole side of bacon (which includes the back leg); ham is just the back leg cured on its own.
HOW TO MAKE AIR FRYER HAM STEAK
Full measurements and instructions can be found on the printable recipe card at the bottom of the page. Please take a look at the steps and video before attempting this recipe!
Prepare the glaze by mixing olive oil, mustard and honey. Pat the ham steaks (or gammon steaks) dry with paper towels and brush with the glaze on both sides. If you are cooking pineapple rings then brush them with the glaze as well.
Preheat the air fryer for 3 minutes at 375°F (190°C). Place the steaks and pineapple rings in the air fryer basket and cook for 4-5 minutes for gammon steaks and 3-4 minutes for ham steaks.
Flip the steaks and pineapple over and brush with the glaze once more. If you are making eggs you can mist two silicone molds (or mini pie tins) with cooking spray and add them to the air fryer on top of the ham. Cook the eggs until the whites are set and yolks are still a bit runny.
Cook for a further 4-5 minutes or until gammon steaks register 145°F/ 63°C and 3-4 minutes for pre-cooked ham steaks 140°F/ 60°C.
Serve with fried eggs, pineapple and chips (which you can also cook in the air fryer). Absolutely delicious!
• Use an instant read thermometer (like a Thermapen) to check the temperature in the center of the steaks for best results. The thickness of the steaks and your Air Fryer model will affect cooking time.
• I also love serving these ham steaks with my Air Fryer Mac and Cheese
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AIR FRYER HAM STEAKS GROCERY LIST
I used my Cosori Air Fryer to test this recipe – Air Fryers are all a little bit different so you might need to adjust the cooking time slightly, if you use a different model to mine. Add 2-3 minutes to the cooking time until you are happy. An Instant Read Thermometer is the best way to determine optimum cooking time.
- Gammon steaks / Ham steaks – what’s the difference? Gammon steaks are uncooked whereas ham steaks are pre-cooked. Once gammon is cooked it becomes ham. So, for those in the back, uncooked ham steaks are called gammon steaks. Phew.
- Honey, mustard and olive oil for the glaze
- Pineapple rings (optional) to serve
- Eggs (optional) to serve
How to Cook Gammon Steaks
FAQ
What is gammon called in America?
What type of meat is gammon?
Is gammon and ham the same thing?
What is a gammon cut?
What is a gammon steak?
The gammon steak is a stalwart on pub menus throughout the land, often served with egg, pineapple and chips.
What is Gammon and Ham?
Gammon and ham are delicious and versatile cuts of meat that can be enjoyed in many different ways. Whether you’re planning a festive holiday meal or simply want to enjoy a comforting dinner, knowing how to properly cook and prepare gammon and ham is essential.
What is smoked Gammon?
Smoked bone-in gammon: This is bone-in gammon that’s smoked in a smoking barrel with smoldering wood chips. The smokiness gives it a superb flavor and allows it to be used in various cuisines. Rolled gammon steak: Rolled gammon is a cured, salted pig leg that’s deboned and rolled up. This one has a classic flavor and texture similar to ham.
How is Gammon meat processed?
Gammon meat is cured, salted meat from the hind legs of a pig. During processing, a ton of salt is added to pull moisture out [ 1 ]. This allows the bacon meat to cure, dry safely, and develop different flavors. There are three different types of gammon steaks based on the processing steps.