Ham Pineapple curry

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After a festive holiday dinner, finding creative ways to use leftover ham can be a delightful culinary challenge. This Ham and Pineapple Curry offers a unique and flavorful solution. Blending the savory taste of ham with the sweet and tangy notes of pineapple, this dish is elevated by the warmth of curry spices. Perfect for a cozy weeknight meal, this curry is both easy to make and packed with bold flavors. Serve it over jasmine rice for a complete and satisfying meal.

This Ham and Pineapple Curry transforms your holiday leftovers into an exotic and comforting dish, adding a new twist to traditional flavors. Your family and friends will love this creative and delicious way to enjoy leftover ham.

Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 25 minutes

Total time: 40 minutes Yields: 4-5 serving

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoon vegetable oil

• 1 cup leftover cooked ham diced

• 1 cup chicken broth

• 1 tablespoon soy sauce

• 1 teaspoon vinegar

• ½  of a can chunk pineapple ( with juice)

• 1 tablespoon brown sugar

• ½  teaspoon paprika

• ½ teaspoon curry powder

• ½ cup onion diced

• 4 cloves minced garlic (or 1 teaspoon ground garlic) 

• 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger ( or 1 teaspoon ground ginger)

• 1 tablespoon cornstarch

• Salt and pepper to taste

• ¼ cup chopped cilantro

• 1 stalk green onion thinly sliced (for garnish)

• Cooked rice  for serving ( preferably Jasmine Rice)

Directions

1. Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat.

2. Sauté the onion, garlic, and ginger until the onions are translucent and fragrant , about 3–5 minutes. 

3. Add pineapple slices to the pan and sauté for 1 more  minute.

4. Add curry powder and paprika  to the pan and continue to cook and stir for a minute or two.

5. Add the cooked  diced ham to the pan and cook for a minute.

6. Gradually pour in the chicken broth, soy sauce, vinegar, sugar and pineapple juice while stirring. Let the mixture simmer until it starts to thicken, about 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

7. In a small bowl, combine ¼ cup water and cornstarch; stir until smooth and set aside.

8. Stir the cornstarch mixture into the gravy. Add the chopped cilantro as well. Cook for an additional minute until the sauce thickens. 

9. Sprinkle with sliced green onion before serving.

10. Serve with cooked rice. Enjoy!