How to Make Ham with Red Eye Gravy - A Step-by-Step Guide

Ham with Red Eye Gravy is a classic Southern dish that has been enjoyed for generations. This savory and rich dish combines the smoky flavor of ham with the tangy and slightly sweet taste of red eye gravy. It's a perfect dish for breakfast, brunch, or dinner, and is sure to become a favorite in your household. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a dish that is both comforting and delicious.

The origins of red eye gravy can be traced back to the American South, where it ...

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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • ½ cup chopped fatty ham scraps
  • 4 (1/4 inch thick) slices ham
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste
  • 1 teaspoon all-purpose flour
  • ⅔ cup brewed coffee

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Heat oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir ham scraps until browned, about 5 minutes. Remove to a plate, reserving the grease in the pan.
  • Place ham slices in the pan and cook over medium heat until browned, about 5 minutes on each side. Season both sides with salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Remove ham and reserve on a plate.
  • Reduce heat to medium-low and sprinkle flour over the pan drippings. Cook and stir for 2 minutes. Increase heat to medium-high and pour in coffee into the pan. Cook and stir until combined and thickened. Season to taste. Return ham to the pan to warm through.
  • Nutrition

    214 cal.

    • Total Fat: 17g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 41mg
    • Sodium: 984mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 1g
    • Protein: 14g
    • Vitamin C: 26mg
    • Calcium: 6mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 249mg