This Slow Cooker Ham Steak and sauerkraut recipe is full of flavor with a hint of sweetness from the apples and brown sugar. Just place the ingredients in the slow cooker and let the low and slow heat turn this mixture of ingredients into a delightfully delicious meal.
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The fully cooked ham steaks are easy to find and a true southern farm-style comfort food. Any leftover ham can be fried up the next morning for a hearty ham and eggs breakfast.
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Ingredients Notes and Substituitions
- Red Potatoes - another potatoed can be substituted, but make sure to cut into smaller pieces so the potato cuts faster and evenly.
- Carrots - I like the presentation of the multi colored baaby carrots, however you can substitute sliced carrots.
- Sauerkraut - Adjust the amount of sauerkraut to your personal taste. Cabbage can also be substituted and should be placed on top of the potatoes so it cooks down properly. Alternately you can cook a slow cooker cabbage as a seperate side dish.
- Ham Steak - A fully cooked ham steak is wonderful for a quick meal and cutting down the slow cooker time. I use the whole hamsteak becasue I want leftovers, however you can cut in half and freeze the other half for later use. Before adding meat to the slow cooker the ham steak should be heated to the proper internal temperature of 165° F.
- Apples - I like a tart apple. If you have ones that are starting to lose their crispness those are perfect for this recipe.
- Brown Sugar - the brown sugar compliment the apples and provide another depth of flavor.
See the recipe card for ingredient quantities.
Recipe Directions
Preheat the slow cooker on low. Add the water, red potatoes, and carrots to a preheated 3-quart slow cooker.
Cover the veggies with the sauerkraut,
After the veggies have cooked for a couple of hours, add the heated ham and cover with the apples and brown sugar,
Cook on low for 4 hours. Check the potatoes to make sure they are fully cooked and cook a little longer if needed,
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What to serve with Ham Steak
- Homemade cornbread on the side is a nice addition.
- Serve with a simple green salad
- Top fresh pear sauce over ham steak
- Instead of sauerkraut use French style green beans
Tools
- A 3-quart slow cooker is a right size for cooking a 1 pound ham steak with vegetables.
- A good chef's knife doesn't need to be expensive, I use this one from Victronix often in my kitchen.
Storage
Store the leftovers in an airtight covered container for up to two days. Reheat in the microwave.
Top tip
Bring the precooked meat up to a safe internal temperature before adding it to the slow cooker.
📖 Recipe
Slow Cooker Ham Steak
An easy farm style comfort food meal of ham,potatoes nd sauerkraut, Great sefved with homemade cornbread.
Ingredients
- 1-pound sliced ham steak
- 8-10 baby red potatoes, halved
- 10-12 baby carrots
- 1 (8-ounce) can sauerkraut
- ¾ cup water
- 1 apple, peeled, cored, and diced
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
Instructions
- Preheat slow cooker on low. Lightly spray the bottom of the slow cooker with vegetable oil.
- Heat the fully cooked ham steak in the microwave to bring it up to an internal temperature of 145 degrees.
- Add the apples, brown sugar, and ham steak.
- Add the potatoes, carrots, and sauerkraut to the slow cooker.
- Cover and cook on low for 4 hours.
Notes
Preheat the fully cooked ham before adding to the slow cooker.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
4Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 885Total Fat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 481mgCarbohydrates: 160gFiber: 16gSugar: 20gProtein: 35g
The nutritional information provided here are estimates and are not calculated by a registered dietitian.
Food safety
Slow Cooker cooking times are a basic guideline, your slow cooker may cook differently. Recipes time should be adjusted as needed.
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