The Ultimate Guide to Cooking Gammon Steaks: 6 Delicious Methods

Last updated on: January 3, 2024

Whether you prefer grilling, frying, barbecuing, air frying, microwaving, or using a George Foreman grill, we've got you covered! In this article, I'll show you simple ways to cook tasty gammon steaks and I'll give you step-by-step instructions and delicious recipes to help you cook the perfect gammon steak every time.

1. Grilled Gammon Steaks

Grilling your gammon steaks is an easy and healthy way to cook them. It's also the most popular method too.

Ingredients:

• 2 gammon steaks
• A delicious marinade like these recipes

Instructions:

1. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
2. Lightly brush both sides of the gammon steaks with olive oil.
3. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
4. Grill the steaks for about 3-5 minutes on each side. Don't overcook as dry gammon steaks won't make you any friends.
5. Serve with your favourite sides, such as a Quinoa Salad with Feta

2. BBQ Gammon Steaks

Firing up the BBQ and cooking gammon steaks outside is a great way of imparting a delicious smoky flavour along with those beautiful grill marks.

Ingredients:

• 2 gammon steaks
• Olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• BBQ sauce (optional)

Instructions:

1. Preheat your barbecue to medium-high heat.
2. Lightly brush both sides of the gammon steaks with olive oil.
3. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
4. Grill the steaks for 3-5 minutes on each side, basting with BBQ sauce if desired.
5. Serve with a delicious side of some vegetables like samphire.

3. Pan-Fried Gammon Steaks

If you don't want to fire up the BBQ the quickest and easiest way to cook them is simply to pan fry. You could use a standard frying pan or a griddle pan to get the grill marks without the bbq.

Ingredients:

• 2 gammon steaks
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Heat the olive oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat.
2. Season the gammon steaks with salt and pepper to taste.
3. Add the steaks to the pan and cook for 3-5 minutes on each side, or until cooked through.
4. Serve with a tasty side dish, such as Vegetarian Quesadillas.

4. Air-Fried Gammon Steaks

Air frying is the in thing! It's also a healthier alternative to traditional frying as it uses hot air circulation to cook your gammon steaks in minutes. It's also much cheaper and quicker than heating up the oven.

Ingredients:

• 2 gammon steaks
• Olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat your air fryer to 180°C (356°F).
2. Lightly brush both sides of the gammon steaks with olive oil.
3. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
4. Cook in the air fryer for  8-10 minutes, turn halfway through, or until cooked to your desired level of doneness.
5. Serve with a scrumptious side like Moroccan Chickpea & Butternut Squash Stew

5. Microwaved Gammon Steaks

Microwaving gammon steaks is the quickest method and best for the non-cook!

Ingredients:

• 2 gammon steaks
• 1 tbsp water
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Place the gammon steaks on a microwave-safe plate.
2. Add 1 tablespoon of water to the plate.
3. Season the steaks with salt and pepper to taste.
4. Cover the plate with microwave-safe cling film or a microwave-safe lid.
5. Microwave on high for 3-4 minutes, or until cooked to your desired level of doneness.

6. George Foreman Grill Gammon Steaks

Cooking gammon steaks on a George Foreman grill is an easy and healthy way to enjoy this delicious cut of meat.

Ingredients:

• 2 gammon steaks
• Olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat your George Foreman grill to medium-high heat.
2. Lightly brush both sides of the gammon steaks with olive oil.
3. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
4. Place the steaks on the grill and close the lid.
5. Cook for 5-7 minutes, or until cooked to your desired level of doneness.
6. Serve with a mouthwatering side like Butternut Squash Risotto.

And there you have it – six delicious and easy ways to cook gammon steaks, perfect for any occasion! Whether you're hosting a barbecue, looking for a quick weeknight meal, or simply craving something new, these methods and recipes are sure to satisfy your taste buds. Enjoy your perfectly cooked gammon steaks!

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