BBQ Ham Steaks with Cranberry Rice Pilaf

This dish is full of flavor with smoky ham steaks and a tangy cranberry pilaf rice side dish. It's a fun twist on traditional BBQ.

Ingredients for Ham Steaks:

• 2-4 ham steaks (about 6-8 oz each)
  

• 1 cup BBQ sauce (your favorite low-carb or homemade version)
  

Ingredients for Cranberry Pilaf Rice (Low-Carb Version with Cauliflower Rice):

• 1 medium head of cauliflower (about 1 lb), grated or processed into rice-sized pieces
  

• ½ cup fresh or dried cranberries (unsweetened)
  

• 1 tbsp olive oil
  

• 1 small onion, diced
  

• 2 garlic cloves, minced
  

• 1 tbsp fresh thyme (or 1 tsp dried thyme)
  

• 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth
  

• Salt and pepper to taste
  
  

Instructions for Ham Steaks:

1. Preheat your grill or Blackstone to medium-high heat (about 375°F).
   

2. Brush the ham steaks with 1 cup BBQ sauce on both sides.
   

3. Grill the ham steaks for 4-5 minutes per side, or until they’re heated through and slightly caramelized with the sauce.
   

4. For the Cranberry Pilaf Rice: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
   

5. Sauté the diced onion and garlic for 3-4 minutes, or until softened.
   

6. Add the cauliflower rice and 1 tbsp thyme, and cook for about 5-6 minutes until tender.
   

7. Stir in ½ cup cranberries and 1 cup broth, and simmer until the cauliflower rice absorbs the liquid and becomes tender, about 5-7 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
   

Serve the grilled ham steaks over the cranberry pilaf rice.