Best 8 Polynesian Ham Sauce Recipes

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With its tantalizing blend of savory, sweet, and tangy flavors, Polynesian Ham Sauce has captured the hearts and taste buds of food enthusiasts worldwide. Originating from the vibrant islands of Polynesia, this versatile sauce has become a beloved accompaniment to a wide range of dishes, from succulent hams and roasted pork to grilled chicken and tofu. Its unique flavor profile, achieved through a harmonious balance of pineapple, brown sugar, soy sauce, and aromatic spices, promises to transform any culinary creation into a tropical masterpiece. Whether you're a seasoned chef looking to add a touch of Polynesian flair to your menu or a home cook seeking a delectable glaze for your next family meal, Polynesian Ham Sauce is guaranteed to elevate your culinary adventures to new heights of flavor and delight.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

POLYNESIAN HAM SANDWICHES



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The sweetness of the brown sugar and pineapple combined with the tanginess of the Dijon mustard are a perfect match in this tasty sandwich filling.-Jackie A. Smulski, Lyons, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 3h20m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 pounds fully cooked ham, finely chopped
1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple, undrained
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/3 cup chopped green pepper
1/4 cup Dijon mustard
1 green onion, chopped
1 tablespoon dried minced onion
12 hamburger buns or kaiser rolls, split

Steps:

  • In a 3-qt. slow cooker, combine the first seven ingredients. Cover and cook on low for 3-4 hours or until heated through. Using a slotted spoon, place 1/2 cup on each bun.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 297 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 980mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 18g protein.

COPYCAT POLYNESIAN SAUCE



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Make your own Chick-fil-A® Polynesian sauce. Store in an airtight container.

Provided by jrusseleac

Time 5m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 cup Catalina salad dressing
6 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

Steps:

  • Whisk Catalina dressing, honey, and vinegar together.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 142.6 calories, Carbohydrate 16.8 g, Fat 8.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 256.6 mg, Sugar 16 g

HAM AND PINEAPPLE DINNER



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A great take on a Hawaiian-style dinner. This one's great for that leftover ham. Cubed ham sauteed with onions and pineapple in a sweet sauce. Kids love it and it's great served over rice or noodles.

Provided by MELISSA00

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pork     Ham     Brown Sugar

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons butter
2 ½ cups cooked and cubed ham
2 green onions, chopped
1 cup pineapple chunks, drained
1 ⅓ cups pineapple juice
4 teaspoons cider vinegar
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 teaspoons prepared mustard
2 tablespoons cornstarch

Steps:

  • Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Saute the ham, onions and pineapple chunks in the butter for about 5 minutes.
  • In a separate medium bowl, combine the pineapple juice, vinegar, brown sugar, mustard and cornstarch. Stir this together well and pour over the ham mixture in the skillet. Stir well and allow to heat through and thicken, about 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 322.9 calories, Carbohydrate 32.3 g, Cholesterol 65.1 mg, Fat 12.6 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 20 g, SaturatedFat 5.9 g, Sodium 1258.8 mg, Sugar 24.5 g

POLYNESIAN HAM SAUCE



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If you prefer a sweeter sauce add in some sugar, adjust all ingredients to taste. This sauce goes great with ham or pork.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Sauces

Time 12m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (15 ounce) can peach slices, drained and chopped
1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1 pinch clove
1/3 cup frozen orange juice concentrate, slighty thawed
1 cup water
1/3 cup raisins
1/2 cup maraschino cherry, left whole or sliced in half (optional)

Steps:

  • In a saucepan combine the cornstarch with cinnamon and cloves; add in the reserved peach and pineapple juice, orange juice concentrate and water.
  • bring to a boil and simmer over medium heat until thickened and bubbly.
  • Reduce heat, then stir in chopped peaches, crushed pineapple, raisins and cherries (if using) simmer 1-2 minutes.
  • Serve this warm or cooled with ham.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 85.8, Fat 0.1, Sodium 3, Carbohydrate 21.8, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 16.9, Protein 0.8

POLYNESIAN HAM



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Provided by lindatn

Time 29m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 can (10 ounce size) pineapple chunks, drained, juice reserved
2 cups cooked ham, cut in matchsticks
2 tablespoons butter or margarine
3 tablespoons flour
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 teaspoons prepared mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup water
1 tablespoon vinegar
1/2 cup coarsely chopped celery
1/2 green bell pepper, sliced
1 can (15 ounce size) bean sprouts (or use fresh) or sliced mushrooms drained
rice

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, melt butter or margarine. Blend in a mixture of flour, brown sugar, mustard, and salt. Gradually stir in reserved pineapple juice,water, and vinegar. Cook stirring constantly until thickened. Add drained pineapple and ham together with chopped celery and green pepper. Bring to a boil, cover, reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Add sprouts or mushrooms. Serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts :

HAWAIIAN SAUCE--FOR HAM OR CHICKEN



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This is truly a wonderful accompaniment to ham that was served at a very nice local restaurant. It is served warm at the table--delicious. By changing the pineapple to chunks, it can be make for chicken.

Provided by Mimi in Maine

Categories     Sauces

Time 20m

Yield 3 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 (6 ounce) cans pineapple juice
1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple
1/4 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup granulated sugar
3 tablespoons cornstarch
1/3 cup water
8 maraschino cherries, cut up
1/8 cup cherry juice

Steps:

  • If doing this for chicken use pineapple chunks.
  • Strain the pineapple.
  • Place the juice of the can of pineapple and the two 6 ounce cans of pineapple juice in a saucepan.
  • Add the two sugars and heat.
  • Mix the cornstarch and water and stir into the pineapple mixture--stir till thick.
  • Add the crushed pineapple and the cut up cherries along with the cherry juice.
  • Put in gravy boat at serve warm at the table to be ladled over the ham on the plate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 309.1, Fat 0.3, Sodium 9.9, Carbohydrate 78.8, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 67.1, Protein 1.1

HAWAIIAN HAM BAKE



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Take this sweet-and-sour specialty to your next potluck and get ready to hand out the recipe. When I buy a ham, I choose a large one so I'll have leftovers to use in this dish. It's special enough for Sunday dinners yet simple enough for busy weeknights. -Judy Reist, Bloomingdale, Ontario

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 4-6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 cups cubed fully cooked ham
1 medium onion, thinly sliced
1 small green pepper, cut into rings
2/3 cup raisins
3/4 cup pineapple tidbits, drained
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
3 tablespoons cornstarch
3 teaspoons ground mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
1-1/2 cups pineapple juice
1/2 cup cider vinegar
4-1/2 teaspoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
Hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a greased 2-qt. baking dish, layer ham, onion, green pepper, raisins and pineapple. , In a large saucepan, combine brown sugar, cornstarch, mustard and salt. Stir in pineapple juice and vinegar until smooth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 2 minutes or until thickened., Remove from heat; stir in soy sauce. Pour over pineapple. Cover and bake 30-35 minutes or until heated through. Serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 533 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 56mg cholesterol, Sodium 1859mg sodium, Carbohydrate 93g carbohydrate (78g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 22g protein.

POLYNESIAN HAM AND RICE



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Give a tropical twist with pineapple to your regular ham and rice meal - perfect for Island-style dinner.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 can (20 ounces) pineapple chunks in juice, drained and juice reserved
1 1/2 cups chicken broth
2/3 cup uncooked regular long-grain rice
2 teaspoons curry powder
1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne)
1 package (6 ounces) frozen snow (Chinese) pea pods, thawed
1/2 pound fully cooked ham, cut into 1/2-inch pieces

Steps:

  • Mix reserved pineapple juice, the broth, rice, curry powder and red pepper in 10-inch skillet. Heat to boiling, stirring once or twice; reduce heat. Cover and simmer 20 minutes (do not lift cover or stir); remove from heat. Fluff rice lightly with fork. Cover and let steam 5 minutes.
  • Cut each pea pod crosswise in half. Stir pea pods, pineapple and ham into rice mixture. Cook over medium heat about 2 minutes, stirring once or twice, until hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 330, Carbohydrate 53 g, Cholesterol 35 mg, Fiber 3 g, Protein 19 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1240 mg

Tips:

  • Choose a good-quality ham: The type of ham you use will significantly impact the sauce's flavor. Opt for a fully cooked, spiral-sliced ham for easy slicing and even cooking.
  • Slice the ham thinly: This will help the ham cook evenly and absorb the flavors of the sauce better.
  • Use a large skillet: A large skillet will provide enough space for the ham and sauce to cook without overcrowding.
  • Cook the ham over medium heat: This will help prevent the ham from drying out.
  • Add the sauce ingredients gradually: This will help prevent the sauce from curdling.
  • Simmer the sauce for at least 15 minutes: This will allow the flavors to meld and develop.
  • Serve the ham and sauce immediately: This dish is best served hot and fresh.

Conclusion:

Polynesian ham sauce is a delicious and versatile sauce that can be used to flavor various dishes. It is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a special occasion dinner. With its sweet and tangy flavor, Polynesian ham sauce is sure to please everyone at the table.

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