Spam Fried Rice
What Started it all:
spam
This Spam Fried Rice is a quick and easy dish that's perfect for a weeknight meal. It's packed with flavor and can be made with simple pantry ingredients. Perfect for four people, this recipe transforms humble spam into a delicious and satisfying dish.
Ingredients
- 2 cups of white rice (cooked and cooled)
- 1 can of Spam (diced)
- 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil
- 1 medium onion (diced)
- 2 cloves of garlic (minced)
- 1 cup of frozen peas and carrots (thawed)
- 3 eggs (beaten)
- 3 tablespoons of soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons of oyster sauce
- 1 teaspoon of sesame oil
- 4 green onions (sliced)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Rice: If you haven't done so already, cook the rice according to the package instructions and let it cool completely. Day-old rice works best for fried rice.
- Cook the Spam: Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the diced Spam and cook until it is browned and crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the Spam from the skillet and set aside.
- Cook the Vegetables: In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of vegetable oil. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, and sauté until the onion becomes translucent and the garlic is fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the Peas and Carrots: Stir in the thawed peas and carrots, and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until they are heated through.
- Scramble the Eggs: Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet, and pour the beaten eggs into the other side. Scramble the eggs until they are fully cooked, then mix them with the vegetables.
- Combine Everything: Add the cooked rice to the skillet, breaking up any clumps with a spatula. Stir in the browned Spam, soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sesame oil. Mix everything together thoroughly and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until everything is well combined and heated through.
- Finish and Serve: Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the sliced green onions. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed. Serve hot.
This Spam Fried Rice is a delicious and easy way to turn simple ingredients into a satisfying meal. The combination of crispy Spam, fluffy eggs, and flavorful seasonings makes it a hit with both kids and adults alike. Enjoy!