19+ Pulled Christmas Ham Recipe Get Cooking And Enjoy!

Preparation

Gather Your Ingredients

Before getting started, make sure you have all the necessary ingredients on hand. You will need pork shoulder, brown sugar, honey, apple cider vinegar, mustard, garlic, onion, cinnamon, and cloves. These ingredients can easily be found at any grocery store and will give your pulled Christmas ham that deliciously sweet and tangy flavor.

Prep Your Meat

To ensure your pork shoulder cooks evenly and becomes tender, you'll want to trim off any excess fat. Then, season the meat with salt and pepper and let it sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes before cooking. This will allow the meat to absorb the seasoning and cook more evenly.

Make the Glaze

While the meat is resting, it's time to make the glaze. In a saucepan, combine brown sugar, honey, apple cider vinegar, mustard, garlic, onion, cinnamon, and cloves. Let it simmer over medium heat until it thickens, then remove from heat and let it cool before using it on the ham.

Cooking

Cook the Ham

To achieve that perfect pulled texture, we'll be using a slow cooker for this recipe. Place the pork shoulder in the slow cooker and pour the glaze over it. Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or on high for 4-5 hours. The low and slow cooking method will result in a tender and flavorful meat that easily pulls apart.

Pull the Meat

Once the meat is fully cooked, remove it from the slow cooker and let it rest for about 10 minutes. Then, use two forks to shred the meat, pulling it apart into smaller pieces. The meat will be so tender that it will easily fall apart, making this step a breeze.

Add the Glaze

After pulling the meat, place it back in the slow cooker and mix it with the remaining glaze. This will help to evenly coat the meat and give it that delicious sweet and tangy flavor throughout.

Serving

Choose Your Side Dishes

Now that your pulled Christmas ham is ready, it's time to plan your sides. Classic holiday sides like mashed potatoes, green bean casserole, and roasted vegetables pair perfectly with this dish. You can also serve the pulled ham on slider buns for a more casual and festive option.

Enjoy!

Gather your loved ones around the table and enjoy this delicious pulled Christmas ham. The tender and flavorful meat paired with the sweet and tangy glaze will have everyone asking for seconds. Plus, with the easy slow cooker method, you'll have more time to spend with your family and less time in the kitchen. Happy holidays!