Best 6 Ham Stir Fry Recipes

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Ham stir fry is a versatile dish that can be made with a variety of ingredients, making it a great option for those looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal. Whether you prefer a classic ham and pineapple stir fry or something with a bit more spice, there's a ham stir fry recipe out there to suit your taste. With just a few simple steps, you can create a delicious and satisfying stir fry that the whole family will enjoy.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

HAM AND PEPPERS STIR FRY WITH SWEET AND SOUR SAUCE



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We call this "Ham and Peppers" but there's onion and pineapple too. This is a great quick meal and an excellent use for leftover ham. The recipe was originally from a Doubleday Cookbook but has evolved during the past 12 years to suit our taste--we like the ham and onions slightly browned and the peppers crisp/tender. Serve over steamed rice and add soy sauce to taste. Note that this dish is best just after it's thickened and it doesn't reheat that well, but there's rarely any leftovers.

Provided by TommyGato

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups diced cooked ham
2 tablespoons butter (Divided in thirds)
1 (8 ounce) can pineapple chunks (don't drain) or 1 (8 ounce) can pineapple tidbits (don't drain)
1 medium onion, peeled cut in half and quartered
1 medium bell pepper, cored seeded, and cut in 1/2 inch strips (your favorite color)
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2/3 cup chicken broth
1/3 cup firmly packed light brown sugar (or 1/3 cup granulated sugar with 1/2 tsp. molasses)
1/3 cup cider vinegar
2 tablespoons soy sauce

Steps:

  • Prepare the sauce by first stirring cornstarch with about 2 or 3 tbs.of the chicken broth in a small bowl.
  • When the cornstarch is dissolved and smooth, stir in the remaining sauce ingredients and set aside.
  • Brown ham in 1/3 of butter over moderately high heat in a skillet or wok until it begins to brown.
  • Remove and set the ham aside.
  • Melt another 1/3 of the butter in the skillet or wok and sauté the onions.
  • When they start to soften and turn translucent, add the peppers and the final 1/3 of the butter.
  • When the onions have somewhat browned, add the ham and the pineapple, juice and all.
  • Stir the sauce until smooth again (since the cornstarch tends to settle) and pour into skillet or wok.
  • Increase heat and stir until the sauce begins to bubble.
  • Reduce heat and stir for a minute or two until the cornstarch is fully cooked; if too thick, thin with a little water or broth.
  • Serve over steamed rice as soon as possible. I like to sprinkle some dried hot red pepper flakes over it; I love hot food and this gives the dish some zing!

QUICK HAM STIR-FRY



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Make and share this Quick Ham Stir-fry recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Ginny Sue

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 cup sliced celery
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
2 cups cubed cooked ham
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder, to taste
1/8 teaspoon black pepper, to taste
3 cups cooked rice
2 tablespoons soy sauce

Steps:

  • In large wok, heat oil over medium high heat.
  • Add celery, onion, and green pepper; stir-fry 2 minutes or until crisp-tender.
  • Add ham, garlic powder and pepper; stir fry 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Add rice and soy sauce; stir fry 3-4 minutes or until thoroughly heated.
  • Serve with additional soy sauce, if desired.

HAM STIR FRY WITH COUSCOUS



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The traditional Easter meat with a traditional Middle East pasta, stir fried with veggies and then simmered with a chicken broth mixture. Ham stir fry? Yes, indeed! Ham leftovers never had it so good. Everyone who has tried this has loved this savory stir fry.

Provided by STEPHNDON

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Stir-Fry     Pork

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 ½ cups water
1 cup couscous
2 cups chicken broth
¼ cup cornstarch
3 tablespoons soy sauce
3 tablespoons brown sugar
⅛ teaspoon ground ginger
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 (16 ounce) package mixed broccoli and cauliflower florets
1 carrot, sliced
¼ pound cooked ham, cut into strips
1 (8 ounce) can sliced water chestnuts, drained
½ cup sliced almonds

Steps:

  • To Make Couscous: In a medium saucepan, bring water to a boil. Stir in couscous, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer for 8 to 10 minutes, until fluffy. Cover and set aside.
  • In a small bowl, combine broth, cornstarch, soy sauce, brown sugar and ginger. Mix together and set aside.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet or wok. Add garlic, broccoli, cauliflower and carrot; stir-fry for 7 to 8 minutes or until crisp-tender (add water as needed if pan gets too dry).
  • Stir broth mixture and pour over vegetable mixture in skillet, then stir in ham and water chestnuts. Cook 2 minutes, stirring frequently. Stir in almonds. Serve stir fry over hot couscous.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 318 calories, Carbohydrate 46.6 g, Cholesterol 11.2 mg, Fat 8.9 g, Fiber 5.5 g, Protein 12.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 994.3 mg, Sugar 9.6 g

HAM AND BROCCOLI STIR-FRY



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Categories     Stir-Fry     Quick & Easy

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 bunch broccoli (about 2 pounds)
1 large red pepper
1 large onion
1 pound cooked ham in one piece
salad oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • Cut broccoli into 2 inch x 1 inch pieces. Cut red pepper into 1/2 inch wide slices. Cut onion into 8 wedges. Cut ham into bite-size chunks. In 12 inch skillet over high heat, in 1 tablespoon very hot salad oil, cook broccoli pieces and salt, stirring quickly and constantly, until evenly coated with oil. Add 1/4 cup water. Reduce heat to medium, cover and cook 2 minutes. Uncover and stir-fry 5 minutes or until broccoli is tender-crisp. Remove to a small bowl. In the same skillet over medium heat, in 2 tablespoons hot salad oil, cook red pepper and onion until golden brown. Stir in ham chunks, broccoli, black pepper and 1/4 cup water, stirring gently until ham is heated through.

HAM STIR FRY



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This was a quick dinner I made up when my girls were younger and I needed something quick and fast to get on the table after a day of teaching.

Provided by Libby Williamson

Categories     Pork

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pkg pre-packaged coleslaw mix
1 pkg grated carrots
1 pkg of onion soup mix
1 ham stack julienned
3 Tbsp olive oil
1/2 tsp dried dill
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • 1. Julienne the ham.
  • 2. Stir fry the ham in a hot skillet wit the olive oil.
  • 3. Add in the package of grated carrots and coleslaw mix and stir fry with the ham pieces.
  • 4. Sprinkle onion soup mix on the stir fry and the dill.
  • 5. As the cabbage, carrots and ham cook add in a cup of water and stir around. Salt and pepper to taste.
  • 6. Lower heat for 10 minutes and get ready to serve. I usually serve it with rice and sometimes I add frozen peas at the end to add another touch of flavor.

HAM AND FRUIT STIR-FRY



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Categories     Fruit

Yield 7 bowls

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 (2 pound) ham steak, cubed
1 onion, chopped
1 (15 ounce) can pineapple chunks with juice, divided
1 apple, cored and chopped
1 tablespoon brown sugar
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Saute the ham and onion in the skillet for 5 minutes. Add 1/2 the amount of juice from the can of pineapple and allow it to be absorbed by the ham, about 1 to 2 minutes. Stir in the pineapple chunks, apple and brown sugar. Pour in any remaining pineapple juice only if mixture is getting too thick. Stir all ingredients together well and allow to heat through, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh, flavorful ingredients will make your stir-fry taste its best. Look for crisp vegetables, tender meat, and a flavorful sauce.
  • Cut your ingredients into uniform pieces: This will help them cook evenly.
  • Marinate your meat: Marinating your meat before cooking will help it tenderize and absorb flavor.
  • Use a well-seasoned wok or skillet: A well-seasoned wok or skillet will help prevent your food from sticking.
  • Cook your stir-fry over high heat: This will help the vegetables stay crisp and the meat cook quickly.
  • Stir-fry your ingredients in batches: Don't overcrowd the wok or skillet, or your food will steam instead of fry.
  • Add your sauce at the end: This will help prevent it from burning.
  • Serve your stir-fry immediately: Stir-fries are best when served hot and fresh.

Conclusion:

Ham stir-fry is a quick, easy, and delicious meal that can be made with a variety of ingredients. It's a great way to use up leftover ham, and it's also a healthy and affordable option for busy weeknight meals. With a little planning and preparation, you can make a delicious ham stir-fry that your whole family will love.

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