Keto Cranberry, Orange and Ginger Thanksgiving Ham

Name: Keto Cranberry, Orange and Ginger Thanksgiving Ham
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 107 min
Total time: 122 min
Yield: 12
Cuisine: keto
Ingredients: Virginia Ham (country Ham), Visible Fat Eaten; Maple Flavored Syrup by Lakanto; Water; Ginger, Ground; Orange Juice; Orange Peel Or Zest Raw; Cinnamon; Craisins Dried Cranberries Reduced Sugar by Ocean Spray; Salt, Sea Salt; Cloves, Ground

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Keto Cranberry, Orange and Ginger Thanksgiving Ham dish

Prepare Time 15 minutes

Cook Time 107 minutes

This delicious Keto Thanksgiving ham is oven baked until tender then finished with a sweet and festive cranberry jam. The low carb cranberry jam is packed with holiday flavors of zesty orange and warming spices, perfect to complement the savory pork. This tasty Thanksgiving Keto recipe is both delicious served hot or cold for leftovers. ### Are Cranberries Keto? Although they are at the higher end of the carb scale, cranberries may be used sparingly on a Ketogenic diet. For this Keto thanksgiving recipe, we have used dried cranberries. To keep the carb count low, look for reduced-sugar cranberries, sugar-free cranberries, or cranberries sweetened with just a little natural fruit juice. If you are able to source them, you may use fresh or frozen cranberries in place of dried. ### Swaps and Substitutions We have used a Keto maple syrup to sweeten our low carb jam. You may substitute this for your preference in low carb sweetener, adjusting quantities to taste. We have seasoned our jam with festive spices and a hint of orange juice. You may adjust the quantities of spices as desired or use different flavorings if preferred. Please be sure to adjust your macros to account for any changes made to the recipe.

How to make Keto Cranberry, Orange and Ginger Thanksgiving Ham

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Arrange the ham on a shallow oven tray and cover loosely with foil. Transfer the ham to the oven to bake for 45 minutes. While the ham is baking, you can prepare the cranberry jam glaze. Add the dried cranberries, orange juice, zest, cinnamon, maple-flavored syrup, ginger, ground cloves, and salt to a small saucepan. Add half the water and stir well to combine. Set over a medium high heat and bring to a boil.
Allow the cranberries to bubble and simmer until plump and rehydrated. Reduce the heat and continue to simmer. Add the remaining water a little at a time, and continue to simmer the cranberries while carefully crushing with a fork. Continue to simmer until the fruit is broken down, all the liquid has evaporated, and you have a sticky jam-like consistency. This will take about 10-15 minutes. You can add more water as needed until you reach the right consistency. Set aside to cool completely.
After 45 minutes, remove the ham from the oven and take off the foil. Score across the soft fat in a criss cross pattern. Divide the cranberry jam in half, setting half to one side for serving. Using a spoon or spatula, rub the remaining jam into the scored fat and around the edges of the ham. Return to the oven for a further 30 minutes, or until entirely cooked through, basting the ham with the cooking juices halfway through. Serve hot or cold with the remaining cranberry jam.

Ingredients of Keto Cranberry, Orange and Ginger Thanksgiving Ham

Ingredient	Quantity
1. Virginia Ham (country Ham), Visible Fat Eaten	1.6 pound
2. Maple Flavored Syrup by Lakanto	1-½ tablespoon
3. Water	1 cup
4. Ginger, Ground	1 teaspoon
5. Orange Juice	1 teaspoon
6. Orange Peel Or Zest Raw	1 tsp
7. Cinnamon	½ teaspoon
8. Craisins Dried Cranberries Reduced Sugar by Ocean Spray	⅓ cup
9. Salt, Sea Salt	¼ teaspoon
10. Cloves, Ground	⅛ teaspoon

Keto Cranberry, Orange and Ginger Thanksgiving Ham nutrients

caloriesKCal: 150.256 caloriesKJ: 628.67 totalCarbs: 4.73 diabetesCarbsADA: 4.73 netCarbs: 2.822 diabetesCarbs: 3.014 fiber: 1.523 starch: 0.112 sugar: 1.853 addedSugar: 0.254 sugarAlcohols: 0.384 protein: 12.44 fat: 9.204 transFat: 0.026 monousatFat: 4.277 polyunsatFat: 1.079 omega3Fat: 0.097 omega6Fat: 0.982 saturatedFat: 3.053 cholesterol: 37.497 vitaminA: 0.273 vitaminC: 0.447 vitaminD: 0.545 vitaminE: 0.174 vitaminK: 0.11 vitaminB1: 0.496 vitaminB2: 0.158 vitaminB3: 3.225 vitaminB5: 0.444 vitaminB6: 0.183 vitaminB12: 0.641 potassium: 219.727 magnesium: 11.006 calcium: 7.251 iron: 0.871 zinc: 1.522 copper: 0.082 phosphorus: 147.407 sodium: 623.288 selenium: 21.799 folate: 3.234 choline: 53.389 alcohol: 0 caffeine: 0 gluten: 0 manganese: 0.098 conjugatedLinoleicAcid: 0.028 phyticAcid: 0.452 xylitol: 0 isomalt: 0 sorbitol: 0 maltitol: 0 lactitol: 0 erythritol: 0 pinitol: 0 inositol: 0.015 mannitol: 0

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I have dairy-free keto options?

Absolutely! You can enjoy dairy-free keto recipes by using coconut milk, almond milk, dairy-free cheeses, and other plant-based alternatives.

Can I have coffee or tea on a keto diet?

Yes, black coffee and unsweetened tea are keto-friendly beverages. Be cautious with added sweeteners or high-carb creamers.

What is the keto diet?

The keto diet, short for ketogenic diet, is a high-fat, low-carb eating plan that focuses on putting your body into a state of ketosis to burn fat for energy.

Can I have chocolate on a keto diet?

Dark chocolate with a high cocoa content and low sugar can be enjoyed in moderation on a keto diet. Check the nutritional label to ensure it fits your macros.

Can I eat dark chocolate every day on a keto diet?

Dark chocolate can be enjoyed in moderation, but it's important to monitor portion sizes to avoid exceeding your daily carb limit.

Author Emily Williams

Keto Cranberry, Orange and Ginger Thanksgiving Ham

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I have dairy-free keto options?

Can I have coffee or tea on a keto diet?

What is the keto diet?

Can I have chocolate on a keto diet?

Can I eat dark chocolate every day on a keto diet?

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