Description
Spam Fried Rice is a savory, satisfying dish featuring crispy Spam, fluffy eggs, and vegetables, all combined in a savory soy-based sauce. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s a quick and delicious comfort food perfect for busy nights.
Ingredients
2 tbsp oil, divided
3 eggs, beaten
12 oz Spam (low sodium preferred), diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 green onions, chopped
½ cup frozen peas, thawed
½ cup frozen corn kernels, thawed
4 cups leftover rice
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp oyster sauce
2 tsp sesame oil
¼ tsp white pepper (or black pepper)
Instructions
- Prepare the fried rice sauce: In a small bowl, mix all the fried rice sauce ingredients together and set aside.
- Scramble the eggs: Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the beaten eggs and scramble until half cooked. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
- Cook the Spam: Add the remaining tablespoon of oil to the skillet. Cook the diced Spam until crispy and slightly browned, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add garlic and vegetables: Add minced garlic and chopped green onions to the pan. Stir-fry for 1 minute until fragrant. Add peas and corn, and stir-fry for another 30 seconds.
- Add the rice: Add leftover rice to the skillet and toss everything together until the rice is well-mixed with the Spam and vegetables.
- Mix in the sauce and eggs: Pour the sauce over the rice and toss to coat evenly. Add the scrambled eggs back into the skillet and mix well. Cook for another 1-2 minutes to heat everything through.
- Serve: Serve the Spam Fried Rice hot, and enjoy!
Notes
For a vegan version, omit the eggs and add more vegetables or tofu for a similar texture.
You can substitute Spam with chicken, pork, or tofu for different protein options.
If you like your fried rice spicier, add chili peppers, red pepper flakes, or chili sauce to the mix.
To make it gluten-free, use tamari instead of soy sauce and ensure your oyster sauce is gluten-free or use a gluten-free alternative.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat on the stovetop or in the microwave.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 165mg
