3 Yummy Ways to Enjoy CDO Sweet Ham

If there’s something Filipinos love about their food, it’s the blending of two different flavors together. In Sinigang, there’s sour and spicy. In Adobo, there’s salty and sour.

It’s no wonder CDO Sweet Ham, a savory combination of sweet and salty, is an absolute best-seller. Its tender, home-style flavor makes CDO Sweet Ham a delectable treat on its own. But if you’re looking for more ways to level up the taste adventure, try out the ham recipes below:

Sweet Ham Maki

Refreshing, tangy, crunchy, and sweet- those are the flavors you’ll get with this maki recipe. This simple recipe needs no culinary expertise, all you’ll need are some fresh ingredients and a clean pair of hands!

Here’s what you’ll need:

• CDO Sweet Ham
• 5 sheets Nori
• 2.5 cups Cooked Japanese Rice
• 5 tbsp Japanese Mayo
• 5 pcs Egg
• Salt to taste
• 1 pc Cucumber, deseeded

Procedure:

1. In a pan over low-medium heat, fry your CDO Sweet Ham until lightly cooked. Set aside on a cooling rack.
2. Beat the eggs in a small mixing bowl and season them with salt.
3. In a non-stick pan over low heat, pour a bit of the beaten egg until a thin layer coats the whole pan.
   1. Once the egg sets, gently roll one side of the layer until it reaches the other end.
   2. Pour another thin layer onto the pan. Once that layer sets, roll one side to the other end, until the new layer wraps around the first one.
   3. Repeat the steps above until you’ve used up all the eggs.
   4. Once you’re done with your rolled eggs, remove them from the heat.
   5. Slice them into ¼ inch strips, lengthwise. Set aside.
4. Cut the cucumber lengthwise into ¼-inch-thick slices. Set aside.
5. To start assembling your maki, put your sushi rolling mat on a flat countertop.
   1. Place a layer of nori or dried seaweed on your sushi mat.
   2. Next, spread a layer of cooked Japanese rice over the seaweed. Leave a half inch of space from where you’ll start rolling the maki.
   3. Add a layer of your CDO Sweet Ham, topped with your other ingredients.
   4. Top off your assembled ingredients with a liberal layer of Japanese Mayo.
   5. Once satisfied with your layers, roll the maki carefully and tightly.
6. Cut gently into bite-sized pieces.
7. Serve.

That’s a quick cook, right? You even have time to prepare some instant noodles to pair with your maki bites. Add a tall glass of your favorite soda and you’ll have a scrumptious mealtime ahead.

Sweet Ham and Potato Gratin

Ham and potato? Now, that’s not a famous combo- but try this gratin dish and you’ll find yourself with a new fave snack.

Here’s what you’ll need:

• CDO Sweet Ham
• ½ kg Potato
• 1 cup All Purpose Cream
• 1 cup easy-melt cheese, grated
• 1 tsp Salt
• ⅛ tsp Black pepper

Procedure:

1. Peel and rinse your potatoes. Cut each potato into ½-inch-thick slices. Wash the pieces under running water and then set aside to dry.
2. In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine your grated cheese with heavy cream. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Set aside.
3. Assemble your potato, cream, and CDO Sweet Ham layers in a baking dish. Cover the baking dish with foil.
4. Bake in an oven preheated at 375F for 20 minutes.
   1. Once the 20 minutes have passed, remove the foil.
   2. Broil the gratin for another 5 minutes or until the top layer turns golden brown.
5. Serve.

Perfect with a side of your choice protein, this potato gratin recipe is a showstopper at any table spread. Just make sure you’re making enough for everyone to get a second serving. This baby runs out fast!

Egg Drop Sandwich

To top this list off, here’s a recipe for your next merienda. Filipinos absolutely adore bread during their afternoon break. But what makes any tinapay better is an appetizing palaman. Enter: CDO Sweet Ham!

Here’s what you’ll need:

• CDO Sweet Ham
• 6 slices Loaf Bread
• 3 tbsp Butter, softened
• 3 pcs Cheese Slices
• 6 pcs Egg
• ¼ cup Milk
• 3 tbsp Ketchup
• 3 tbsp Mayonnaise
• 1 tbsp Parsley
• 2 tbsp Oil

Procedure:

1. In a pan over low-medium heat, fry your CDO Sweet Ham. Once done, place on a plate topped with paper towels to absorb excess oil.
2. Spread a liberal layer of butter on both sides of your bread slices. Toast in a pan over low heat or a toaster.
3. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the milk and egg.
   1. In a pan over low-medium heat, pour in your beaten eggs.
   2. Stir the eggs gently until it sets.
   3. Remove from heat and set aside.
4. Layer the toast, CDO Sweet Ham, fried egg, and your condiments.
5. Top with parsley.
6. Serve.

Craving for more easy recipes? Look no further!

For more summer meal ideas, check out CDO’s recipe page. There you’ll find delicious dishes that need only the most affordable and accessible of ingredients.

Speaking of accessibility, you can purchase your favorite CDO products from your nearest grocery stores. You may also order them online via CDO Home Delivery, Shopee, and Lazada.