Introducing my mouthwatering Spam Fried Rice recipe, a Hawaiian-inspired delight that puts a unique spin on traditional fried rice with seared cubes of Spam! This quick and easy dish is ready in just 10 minutes, offering a lighter yet incredibly delicious fried rice option. If you’re a fan of Hawaiian-inspired dishes, you won’t want to miss this one!
Why I Love This Recipe
My Spam Fried Rice is a beloved Hawaiian-inspired dish that features juicy seared Spam cubes, adding a unique and savory element to the classic fried rice. With a quick and easy preparation time of just 10 minutes, I promise it’s a fantastic choice for those looking for a convenient yet flavorful meal! The combination of seared Spam, fragrant toasted sesame oil, and well-seasoned rice creates a delightful medley of flavors, making this recipe a must-try for anyone seeking a taste of Hawaii in their own kitchen!
If you’re a fan of Hawaiian-inspired dishes like my Spam Musubi in a Bowl, Loco Moco, or my Hawaiian Spam Musubi served with my handcrafted Spam Musubi Sauce, you won’t want to miss this one! Get ready to savor the irresistible taste of my Spam Fried Rice and experience a taste of Hawaii in your own kitchen!
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 4 oz Spam – low sodium to reduce sodium intake.
- 1 tbsp Neutral Oil – no taste or flavor with high cooking temperature. Some choices are sunflower oil, peanut oil, sallower oil, vegetable oil, and canola oil.
- 2 Cups Rice – rice of choice.
- 1/8 tsp Black Pepper – ground.
- 1 tbsp Onion – yellow or brown onion, chopped.
- 1/2 Stalk Green Onion – finely chopped green onion scallions.
- 1/2 tbsp Toasted Sesame Oil – 100% Toasted Sesame Oil that should have a dark brown color.
Additional Add Ins
You can enhance this fried rice with additional ingredients such as Frozen Peas, Carrots, Corn, and Eggs. These add-ins bring extra flavor and texture to your fried rice.
🍚 Rice Note
For optimal results, use Leftover Cold Rice or Day-Old Cooked Cold Rice. This technique efficiently reduces excess moisture, ensuring your fried rice maintains its texture.
Essential Kitchen Equipment
- Wok or Deep Large Skillet
Directions
☑ Before Getting Started
To make delicious fried rice, Prep Your Ingredients in advance for efficiency and use a roomy Wok or Deep Skillet. Opt for High-Temperature Cooking Oil to achieve that signature sizzle and pop.
Step 1 Add cooking oil into a wok or deep frying pan, then add cubed Spam. Cook on high heat until seared and browned, then set it aside
Step 2 In the same pan, add oil, rice, and chopped onions. Cook on high heat for a couple of minutes, add the cooked Spam back in, season with black pepper, toasted sesame oil and garnish with chopped green onions.
🍚 Fried Rice Cooking Pro Tip
Avoid Overcrowding the pan to ensure there’s enough space for all the rice to cook evenly under high heat and within the correct temperature range. If making a large serving, it’s better to Cook in Batches instead.
🧂 Seasoning Note
Refrain from Adding Extra Salt to the seasoning. Spam is naturally salty, so additional salt is unnecessary.
Recipe Variations
For an easier variation of this recipe, skip frying the rice and just mixing the onions and spam with rice to create my Spam Rice bowl! Or you could swap out the spam for some bacon to create my Bacon Fried Rice dish! Or for an authentic Japanese-style fried rice experience like what you’d find at ramen restaurants, look no further than my Japanese Pork Fried Rice recipe that uses chopped pork and classic Japanese seasonings!
Paring Recommendations
Include vegetable sides like Chinese Chicken Salad and Stir Fry Green Beans. These fresh and vibrant dishes complement the savory flavors of the fried rice perfectly. To complete your Hawaiian-inspired meal, consider serving it with a refreshing tropical inspired drink like a Mango Slush.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a low-sodium alternative for Spam that I can use?
Yes, you can opt for Spam less sodium as a suitable low-sodium alternative.
Can I store any unused spam?
Absolutely! To store any unused Spam, wrap the remaining portion in plastic wrap and keep it in the fridge. It should remain fresh for 10-14 days.
Storage Tips
To store leftovers, place them in an airtight container and refrigerate. These leftovers will remain fresh for approximately 3 to 5 days when properly stored. When ready to enjoy again, simply reheat in the microwave until heated.
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Watch How To Make It
Spam Fried Rice
Ingredients
Spam
- 4 oz Spam about 1/3 of the can
- 1 tbsp Cooking Oil neutral, no flavor or taste
Fried Rice
- 2 Cups Rice rice of choice
- 1/8 tsp Black Pepper
- 1 tbsp Chopped Onion
- 1/2 Stalk Green Onion
- 1/2 tbsp Toasted Sesame Oil
Instructions
- Gather all the ingredients.
- Finely dice green onions, onions, spam (about 1/4 x 1/4 inch cubes) and set aside.
- In a wok or deep frying pan, add neutral cooking oil on high heat. Once oil is up to temp, add diced spam and cook for 2-3 minutes until you get a nice brown crust on the spam. Transfer to holding bowl.
- In the same frying pan, add neutral cooking oil on high heat. Once oil is up to temp, add rice and onion. Stir often and cook for 2-3 minutes or until desired texture is reached.
- After 2-3 minutes, add back spam and lightly season with black pepper. Mix well and continue to cook for an additional 1 minute.
- Lastly, add a splash of Toasted Sesame Oil and mix in the green onions, transfer to a serving bowl and enjoy hot!
Nutrition
*Values Based Per Serving
How is this 21 carbs?
Hi Suzanne! It’s because the NF numbers are pulled from a database and sometimes they are incorrect. I went ahead and manually adjusted it so it’s correct now.
I’m shocked that there are NO comments on this recipe! This one is now my #1 favorite one. The spam really rocks, and gives it such great flavor. Who would have known spam! Of all ingredients! This had really great flavor…..even my apprehensive husband liked it.
Hi Carri! Glad you liked the recipe and yes, spam carries ALOT of flavor!