Spam Rice

If you’re looking for a quick and tasty way to spice up your rice, my Spam Rice is just what you need! It’s a super easy recipe where seared spam, sautéed onions, and fluffy rice come together in just 5 minutes, making it the perfect dish for busy nights. I love finishing it off with crushed Korean seaweed for a fun, flavorful twist – you won’t believe how delicious this simple combination is!

Spam rice served in a bowl topped with crushed roasted seaweed.

Why I Love This Recipe

I crafted this Spam Rice recipe as a quick, satisfying way to elevate a bowl of rice into something truly delicious! With savory spam, sautéed onions, and a sprinkle of Korean-style roasted seaweed, it’s the kind of dish that’s full of flavor without any fuss that my kids absolutely love!

Inspired by my Spam Musubi in a Bowl and Spam Egg Rice Bowl, this recipe takes just 5 minutes to whip up, making it the perfect go-to when you’re craving something tasty and protein-packed! It’s like my Spam Rice Ball but way easier—and trust me, once you try it, you’ll be hooked! So why wait? Make it now and treat yourself to this quick, flavorful dish that’ll have you coming back for more!

Ingredients

Ingredients

  • Spam  low-sodium preferred, found in the canned meat section of grocery stores.
  • Onions – chopped brown or yellow onions.
  • Neutral Oil no taste or flavor with high cooking temperature. Some choices are sunflower oil, peanut oil, sallower oil, vegetable oil, and canola oil. 
  • Rice – rice of choice. Best to use freshly made steamed short grain rice so it sticks and holds together.
  • Crushed Korean Seaweed – salted and roasted Korean Style Seaweed. Easiest to use your hands to crush them into smaller pieces.

Ingredients to make spam rice on the countertop.

Essential Kitchen Equipment

  • Wok or Deep Large Skillet

Directions

☑ Before Getting Started

Ensure you have a Large Skillet or Wok on hand to provide ample space for searing your spam.

Step 1 Heat cooking oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, add the chopped onions and cook for 30-45 seconds until slightly browned.

Onion being sauted in a pan.

Step 2 Add the chopped spam and cook for 1-2 minutes until it’s seared on the outside.

Chopped spam being seared in a pan.

Step 3 Transfer the seared spam to a mixing bowl, then add the rice. Stir everything together and transfer it to a serving bowl.

Seared spam mixed with rice.

Step 4 Crush the Korean seaweed with your hands and sprinkle it over the top before serving.

Spam rice served in a bowl topped with crushed roasted seaweed.

Recipe Variations

For a different twist, fry up the rice to make my Spam Fried Rice. This simple change adds a crispy texture and deeper flavor, giving the dish an extra savory kick! Or if you are looking to make a wrap out of it, use Korean seaweed and place some spam rice inside to create my Spam Seaweed Wrap!

Pairing Recommendations

Serve this dish with a green side like Garlic Spinach Stir Fry or Chinese Chicken Salad to add freshness. For a complete meal, pair it with a simple light soup like my Japanese Style Chicken Soup to bring warmth and balance the flavors out!

Spam rice served in a bowl topped with crushed roasted seaweed.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to cook the rice beforehand?

Yes, the rice should be freshly cooked or at least warm when mixed with the spam and onions.

Can I add vegetables to this dish?

Absolutely! You can add vegetables like peas, carrots, or bell peppers to enhance the flavor and nutrition.

Storage Tips

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge, where they will keep for 7-10 days.

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Spam rice served in a bowl topped with crushed roasted seaweed.

Spam Rice

Try this easy and delicious Spam Rice recipe, made with seared spam, sautéed onions, and topped with Korean-style seaweed. Perfect for a quick, flavorful meal in just 5 minutes!
5 from 3 votes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Asian Fusion
Keyword: Spam Rice
Prep Time: 1 minute
Cook Time: 4 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Servings: 2
Print Recipe
Calories: 317kcal

Ingredients

  • 4 oz Spam chopped
  • 2 tbsp Onion chopped
  • 1 tbsp Cooking Oil no flavor or taste
  • 2 Cups Rice rice of choice
  • 2 Sheets Korean Seaweed bite-sized sheets

Instructions

  • Gather all the ingredients.
  • Heat cooking oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat. When the oil is hot, add the chopped onions and sauté for 30-45 seconds until slightly browned.
    Onion being sauted in a pan.
  • Next, add the chopped spam and cook for 1-2 minutes until it’s nicely seared on the outside.
    Chopped spam being seared in a pan.
  • Transfer the seared spam into a mixing bowl, then add the rice and stir to combine. Once mixed, transfer the rice to a serving bowl.
    Seared spam mixed with rice.
  • Finally, crush the Korean seaweed with your hands and sprinkle it over the rice before serving.
    Spam rice served in a bowl topped with crushed roasted seaweed.

Nutrition

Calories: 317kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 40mg | Sodium: 701mg | Potassium: 36mg | Vitamin A: 1.2IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 4mg | Iron: 1mg

*Values Based Per Serving

5 from 3 votes (3 ratings without comment)

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