Gaspésien ham burnt ends

Recipes

1.5 kg of Gaspésien smoked ham Toupie-style

2/3 cup of barbecue sauce

1/4 cup of whiskey, dark rum, or maple liqueur

1/4 cup of maple syrup

1/8 cup of apple cider vinegar

2 to 3 tablespoons of butter

Yellow mustard to coat the ham cubes, to taste

All-purpose seasoning, to taste

Maple sugar (optional)

Preheat the BBQ or smoker to 275°F.
Cut the ham into cubes of about 1 1/2 inches.
Add the mustard and all-purpose seasoning to the ham cubes and mix well to coat each piece evenly.
Place the ham cubes directly on the cooking grate and cook until they reach an internal temperature of about 145°F*, or until a crust forms on the outside.
Transfer the ham cubes to a BBQ-safe tray or pan, then add the remaining ingredients. Mix well.
Cover and return to the heat for about 30 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened, stirring every 15 minutes. The target internal temperature is 165°F*.
Remove from the heat and sprinkle with maple sugar if desired.

Note: The suggested cooking temperatures are for reference only, as the ham is fully cooked when purchased.