Spam Musubi is a delightful fusion dish that combines the iconic American luncheon meat with the flavors of Japanese cuisine. Originating in Hawaii, this portable snack has become a beloved local treat and a popular dish enjoyed worldwide. Made with cooked spam, rice, and nori (seaweed), Spam Musubi offers a unique blend of salty, savory, and slightly sweet flavors. With its compact size and ease of preparation, it's perfect for picnics, lunch boxes, or as a quick and satisfying meal.
The versatility of Spam Musubi allows for various recipes and adaptations. This article presents a collection of Spam Musubi recipes, each offering a unique twist on the classic dish. From traditional versions to creative variations, these recipes cater to diverse tastes and preferences. Whether you prefer a classic Spam Musubi with simple seasonings or a more elaborate version with added ingredients like pineapple, teriyaki sauce, or avocado, this article has something for every Spam Musubi enthusiast. Discover the joy of making this delicious snack at home and impress your friends and family with your culinary skills.
SPAM MUSUBI
Spam Musubi is a popular snack in Hawaii. It is a type of sushi that has marinated cooked spam in sushi. I got this recipe from a local Hawaiian friend when I was living there.
Provided by Rashad Maiden
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Meat and Poultry Pork
Time 5h25m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Soak uncooked rice for 4 hours; drain and rinse.
- In a saucepan bring 2 cups water to a boil. Add rice and stir. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes. Stir in rice vinegar, and set aside to cool.
- In a separate bowl, stir together soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sugar until sugar is completely dissolved. Slice luncheon meat lengthwise into 10 slices, or to desired thickness, and marinate in sauce for 5 minutes.
- In a large skillet, heat oil over medium high heat. Cook slices for 2 minutes per side, or until lightly browned. Cut nori sheets in half and lay on a flat work surface. Place a rice press in the center of the sheet, and press rice tightly inside. Top with a slice of luncheon meat, and remove press. Wrap nori around rice mold, sealing edges with a small amount of water. (Rice may also be formed by hand in the shape of the meat slices, 1 inch thick.) Musubi may be served warm or chilled.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 275.6 calories, Carbohydrate 34.7 g, Cholesterol 23.5 mg, Fat 12 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 6.8 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 866.2 mg, Sugar 10.1 g
SPAM MUSUBI
Spam, the love-it-or-hate-it canned ham, was introduced in 1937 and gained popularity during World War II, when more than 150 million pounds were shipped to American troops overseas. Soldiers introduced it to locals, who used the product to create spin-offs of regional dishes like Japanese onigiri and Korean budae jjigae. According to Hormel Foods Corporation, residents of Hawaii eat more Spam than those of any other state. A popular way to eat it there is in the tradition of Japanese omusubi: Stack a pan-fried slice of Spam and a rice patty and wrap a piece of roasted nori around it. This version of the dish is adapted from "Aloha Kitchen: Recipes From Hawai'i," a cookbook of classic Hawaiian dishes by Alana Kysar.
Provided by Kiera Wright-Ruiz
Categories dinner, easy, for one, for two, lunch, quick, weekday, grains and rice, meat, main course, side dish
Time 20m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a small bowl, whisk the soy sauce, sugar and mirin (if using). Set aside.
- Lightly coat the bottom of a large skillet with oil and heat over medium. Fry the Spam slices until evenly browned and crispy, 2 to 3 minutes on each side. Turn off the heat. Working quickly to avoid burning, add the soy mixture and turn the Spam slices until evenly coated in glaze. Immediately transfer the Spam slices and glaze to a plate.
- To mold the musubi, start by placing a strip of nori, rough side up, on a cutting board or clean work surface. Place a Spam musubi maker mold over it, in the middle, then place a slice of Spam into the mold. (If you don't have a mold, you can line a clean Spam can with plastic wrap instead, and place a slice of Spam at the bottom.) Sprinkle 1/4 teaspoon furikake over the Spam, then fill the mold or can with a generous mound of rice. Press the rice firmly with the musubi maker press or with your hands until it is 3/4- to 1-inch thick, adding more rice as needed.
- Use the press to hold the rice down with one hand and pull the mold upward to unmold the musubi with your other hand. (If you're using the Spam can, gently lift the Spam and rice out of the can by gently pulling on both sides of the plastic wrap.) Wrap the nori around the Spam-rice stack, bringing both ends of the strip to the middle, folding one over the other, and flipping it over so the seam is down and the Spam is facing up. Repeat with remaining ingredients. Serve immediately or wrap with plastic wrap to take with you on the go.
SPAM MUSUBI RECIPE BY TASTY
This popular Hawaiian snack is perfect for any occasion. It's sweet, it's salty, it's sticky, and it's super easy to make.
Provided by Matt Ciampa
Categories Snacks
Time 30m
Yield 1 serving
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Rinse the rice in cool water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.
- In a small pot, combine the rice and water. Cover and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 10 minutes. Remove the pot from the heat and let the rice rest, covered, for another 15 minutes.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the sugar, salt, and vinegar. Microwave for 1 minute, or until the sugar is completely dissolved.
- Transfer the rice to a medium bowl and pour the vinegar mixture over the rice. Stir with a spatula to combine. Set aside.
- Heat the canola oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the Spam slices and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the water, soy sauce, and sugar.
- Reduce the heat to low and pour the soy sauce mixture into the skillet. Let the sauce get bubbly and thick. Coat the Spam slices evenly in the glaze, turning as needed. Remove the pan from the heat.
- Clean the Spam can and line with plastic wrap. Add a packed ⅓ cup of rice into the bottom of the can, pressing down firmly. Add a piece of cooked Spam on top and press down firmly again. Use the plastic wrap to lift the rice and Spam from the can and repeat with the remaining ingredients.
- Lay a strip of nori, shiny side down, on a clean surface. Place the Spam and rice stack at the center on top and wrap the nori around, using a little water on your finger to seal the nori. Repeat with the remaining ingredients.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 717 calories, Carbohydrate 129 grams, Fat 14 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 9 grams, Sugar 18 grams
DECONSTRUCTED SPAM® MUSUBI
I was craving Spam® musubi. Without a musubi maker/rice press, I improvised with this deconstructed version. I was told this dish is required at all our future potlucks.
Provided by gammaray (=
Categories Side Dish Rice Side Dish Recipes
Time 1h40m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Mix sugar, soy sauce, and oyster sauce together in a resealable gallon-size bag. Add luncheon meat, seal bag, and turn to coat, gently squeezing to coat luncheon meat. Marinate for at least 1 hour.
- Bring water to a boil; add rice. Return water to a boil, reduce heat to low, and simmer until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender, about 15 minutes.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat; add luncheon meat and marinade. Cook, stirring frequently, until luncheon meat is browned and marinade is absorbed, about 5 minutes.
- Stir rice vinegar into rice until combined.
- Stir rice and seaweed together in a bowl; add luncheon meat and mix well.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 378.4 calories, Carbohydrate 43.2 g, Cholesterol 51.6 mg, Fat 17.1 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 11.8 g, SaturatedFat 6.1 g, Sodium 886.8 mg, Sugar 10.9 g
SPAM MUSUBI
This is a favorite island food. Everyone makes it but my sauce for the spam just can't be beat!!! Whenever my daughter and I take this with us, we get compliments about how much it taste so good! Now the secret is out . . . enjoy!
Provided by Jo Anne Sugimoto
Categories Rice Sides
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- 1. While your rice is cooking, slice a can of spam into 8 pieces, set aside.
- 2. In a large skillet pan, combine soy sauce, water, sugar, ginger and garlic.
- 3. Place the slices of spam in the skillet pan with the sauce, cook the spam until it turns to a darker color, turning the spam several times.
- 4. Remove from heat and place the spam in a container and pour the sauce in with the spam. Set aside.
- 5. Cut your nori sheets in half and place it in a dry container.
- 6. If you have a spam musubi maker, you will use now.
- 7. Place a 1/2 sheet of nori on a clean surface, scoop about 3/4 of a cup of rice and pat it down, place a piece of spam down and then another scoop of rice. Place the top of the musubi maker and flatten the top evenly. Remove the musubi maker and fold the nori over the rice. Place the spam musubi, seam side down into a large container. The heat will seal the nori.
- 8. You can eat it hot or cold, your preference.
Tips:
- Use good quality spam: Look for spam with a firm texture and a pink color. Avoid spam that is too soft or has a grayish tint.
- Cook the spam properly: Spam can be cooked in a variety of ways, but the most popular methods are frying and grilling. When frying spam, cook it over medium heat until it is golden brown and crispy. When grilling spam, cook it over medium-high heat until it is slightly charred and cooked through.
- Use high-quality rice: The type of rice you use will greatly affect the flavor and texture of your spam musubi. Use a short-grain rice, such as Japanese rice or sushi rice. These types of rice are sticky and will hold together well when formed into musubi.
- Season the rice properly: The rice is the foundation of spam musubi, so it is important to season it properly. Use a combination of salt, sugar, and rice vinegar to season the rice. You can also add other seasonings, such as sesame seeds or furikake, to taste.
- Form the musubi properly: To form the musubi, place a sheet of nori on a bamboo mat. Spread a thin layer of rice over the nori, leaving a 1-inch border at the top. Place a slice of spam in the center of the rice. Fold the nori over the spam, starting from the bottom and working your way up. Wet your hands with water to help the nori stick together. Once the nori is folded over, use the bamboo mat to press the musubi into a firm, compact shape.
- Serve the spam musubi immediately: Spam musubi is best served immediately after it is made. However, you can also store it in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Conclusion:
Spam musubi is a delicious and easy-to-make snack or meal. With its combination of salty spam, sticky rice, and flavorful nori, spam musubi is sure to please everyone. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give spam musubi a try. You won't be disappointed!
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