Barbecued Ham Sandwiches

Smoky, tangy, and irresistibly sweet, these Barbecued Ham Sandwiches are a quick and satisfying meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. This recipe takes tender cooked ham and coats it in a rich homemade barbecue sauce made with brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, and a blend of spices like garlic and onion powder. Simmered to perfection, the saucy ham is piled high onto buttery, toasted buns and can be topped with crunchy coleslaw or tangy pickles for added texture and flavor. Ready in just 30 minutes, these sandwiches are a crowd-pleasing option for lunch, dinner, or game-day feasts. Serve them warm and grab a napkin—you’ll need it! Perfectly pairing savory and sweet, this recipe is a delicious twist on traditional barbecue sandwiches.

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 500 grams Cooked ham
• 1 cup Barbecue sauce
• 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Yellow mustard
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 6 pieces Sandwich buns
• 2 tablespoons Butter
• 0.25 cup Pickles (optional)
• 1 cup Coleslaw (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Chop the cooked ham into small pieces or shred it into bite-sized portions and set aside.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the barbecue sauce, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir until well combined.

Step 3

Bring the sauce mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low and let it cook for 5 minutes.

Step 4

Add the chopped or shredded ham to the saucepan and stir well to coat the ham in the barbecue sauce.

Step 5

Cover the saucepan and let the ham and sauce simmer on low heat for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally to ensure the ham doesn’t burn or stick.

Step 6

While the ham is simmering, slice the sandwich buns in half and lightly butter the cut sides.

Step 7

Toast the buttered buns on a skillet or griddle over medium heat until golden brown, about 2–3 minutes.

Step 8

Assemble the sandwiches by spooning a generous portion of the barbecued ham mixture onto the bottom half of each toasted sandwich bun.

Step 9

Top the barbecued ham with pickles or coleslaw if desired, then place the top half of the bun on each sandwich.

Step 10

Serve the barbecued ham sandwiches warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1389.3 grams (1389.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2527

Total Fat 83.70g	107%
Saturated Fat 25.70g	129%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.00g
Cholesterol 385mg	128%
Sodium 12353mg	537%
Total Carbohydrate 294.80g	107%
Dietary Fiber 15.30g	55%
Total Sugars 148.40g
Protein 137.20g	274%

Vitamin D 5IU	23%
Calcium 492mg	38%
Iron 15mg	83%
Potassium 2832mg	60%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 30.4%

Protein: 22.1%

Carbs: 47.5%