Grilled Ham and Pineapple Sandwiches

A classic sweet and savory combination where thick slices of ham and fresh pineapple rings are grilled to caramelize their natural sugars. Sandwiched between toasted buns with a touch of honey mustard, it offers a tropical flair to a traditional lunch. The smoky grill marks add a deep layer of flavor to this family-favorite meal.

Prep 5 minCook 3 minTotal 8 minUpdated Jul 3, 20268 minGluten Free

A classic sweet and savory combination where thick slices of ham and fresh pineapple rings are grilled to caramelize their natural sugars. Sandwiched between toasted buns with a touch of honey mustard, it offers a tropical flair to a traditional lunch. The smoky grill marks add a deep layer of flavor to this family-favorite meal.

Ingredients

  • 12.5 g Ham Steak
  • 1 piece(s) Pineapple, peeled
  • 2 cup Lettuce Leaf, washed trimmed
  • 12.5 cup Snow Pea Sprout
  • 2 tbsp Ciabatta
  • 2 tbsp Brown Sugar
  • 1/4 tsp Salt Pepper
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 1 tsp Dijon Mustard
  • 8.64 piece(s) Red Onion, sliced
  • 12.5 tbsp Dijon Mustard

Instructions

  1. Brush a chargrill with olive oil to lightly grease and preheat on medium-high.
  2. Combine the mustard, brown sugar and 1 tablespoon of the olive oil in a small bowl.
  3. Brush the ham steaks on both sides with the mustard mixture and cook on the preheated chargrill for 2 minutes on each side or until heated through.
  4. Halve the ham steaks, season with salt and pepper and keep warm.
  5. Cook the pineapple slices on the preheated chargrill for 2 minutes on each side or until just warmed through.
  6. Toast or chargrill the sliced bread until golden.
  7. Top each slice of toasted bread with lettuce, snow pea sprouts, a warm ham steak, a pineapple slice and red onion. Serve with extra mustard.

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