December 22, 2023
Creative CDO Holiday Ham Side Dishes
As the holiday season unfolds, there’s an undeniable excitement in the air – a time for merriment, gatherings, and, of course, indulgent feasts. In the Philippines, where family traditions and culinary delights intertwine, celebrating the holidays is a vibrant affair. One staple that graces many Filipino tables during this festive time is the beloved CDO Holiday Ham. From savory skewers to tantalizing casseroles, here are some delectable side dishes to make for your holiday meals.
Pineapple Glazed Ham Skewers:
Ingredients:
- CDO Holiday Ham, cubed
- Pineapple chunks
- Brown Sugar
- Soy sauce
- Pineapple juice
- Garlic, minced
- Skewers
Procedure:
- In a bowl, mix brown sugar, soy sauce, minced garlic, and pineapple juice to create a marinade.
- Marinate the CDO Holiday Ham cubes in the mixture for at least an hour.
- Thread the marinated ham cubes and pineapple chunks onto skewers.
- Grill or bake until the ham is caramelized and the pineapple is slightly charred.
Bibingka Casserole with Ham:
Ingredients:
- Bibingka mix
- Coconut milk
- Eggs
- Butter
- CDO Holiday Ham, diced
- Salted egg slices
- Grated cheese
Procedures:
- Prepare the bibingka mix according to package instructions, replacing water with coconut milk.
- Mix in diced CDO Holiday Ham and pour the batter into a casserole dish.
- Top with slices of salted egg and grated cheese.
- Bake until golden brown and set.
Adobo Potato Salad with CDO Holiday Ham:
Ingredients:
- Potatoes, boiled and diced
- CDO Holiday Ham, diced
- Mayonnaise
- Soy sauce
- Vinegar
- Garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper
- Spring onions, chopped
Procedures:
- In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, soy sauce, vinegar, minced garlic, salt, and pepper to create an adobo-inspired dressing.
- Combine the diced potatoes and CDO Holiday Ham in a large bowl.
- Pour the dressing over the potato and ham mixture, tossing to coat evenly.
- Garnish with chopped spring onions before serving.
Mango and Cucumber Salsa with Ham:
Ingredients:
- CDO Holiday Ham, finely chopped
- Ripe mango, diced
- Cucumber, diced
- Red onion, finely chopped
- Jalapeño, minced
- Lime juice
- Cilantro, chopped
- Salt and pepper
Procedures:
- In a bowl, combine chopped CDO Holiday Ham, diced mango, cucumber, red onion, and jalapeño.
- Drizzle with lime juice and toss gently.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Chill before serving alongside your holiday ham.
Whether you’re hosting a grand celebration or an intimate gathering, these dish ideas using CDO Holiday Ham will truly be enjoyed by all. The goodness of this 100% premium ham with its smoky taste and sweet pineapple glaze will make your holiday season more memorable.
CDO Holiday Ham and other CDO Christmas Hams are available in supermarkets and CDO Foodstores near you. Also available online via CDO Home Delivery and official Shopee and Lazada stores.