Double Smoked Ham with Sweet & Orange glaze
Smoked ham, tender and savory, pairs perfectly with a sweet glaze, creating a mouthwatering blend of smoky richness and caramelized sweetness.
The ham shank is the lower portion of the ham, located just above the pig’s ankle joint. It contains part of the femur bone and is typically leaner than the upper portion of the ham. When you purchase a ham shank, you’ll have a cut that includes the meat surrounding this bone. It’s a flavorful cut that’s often used for cooking and smoking. The bone itself is surrounded by meat, making it a popular choice for dishes like soups, stews, and, as in your recipe, smoked preparations.
Smoked ham with sweet glaze
Ingredients
- 1 smoked ham shank 8-10 lbs
- 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- Your choice of BBQ rub enough to coat the ham I am using full boar steak rub and Traeger chicken rub
Sweet & Orange Glaze
- 1 cup orange juice
- 1.5 cups brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon BBQ rub for the glaze
- 1 tablespoon garlic paste
Instructions
- Preheat your smoker to 300 degrees Fahrenheit (150 degrees Celsius).
- Pat dry the smoked ham shank with paper towels and score the ham deeper cuts for the seasoning and glaze to stick.
- Brush the ham generously with Dijon mustard, making sure to coat it evenly. Sprinkle your chosen BBQ rub all over the ham to create a flavorful crust.
- Place the ham shank in the smoker and cook at 300 degrees for about 2.5 hours.
- While the ham is smoking, prepare the glaze. combine orange juice, brown sugar, 1 tablespoon of BBQ rub, and garlic paste.
- After 2.5 hours of smoking, carefully remove the ham from the smoker. Brush a generous layer of the homemade glaze over the ham, making sure it’s evenly coated.
- Place the glazed ham back in the smoker and continue cooking for another hour, or until the internal temperature reaches 140 degrees Fahrenheit
- Remove the ham from the smoker and let it rest for about 15 minutes before slicing.
- Optional If desired, you can apply an additional layer of glaze just before serving for an extra burst of flavor.
