Description
A delicious twist on the traditional Spam musubi, baked to perfection.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups sushi rice
- 2 1/2 cups water
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 8 ounces Spam, sliced into 1/4-inch pieces
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon mirin (optional)
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 4 sheets nori, cut into strips
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- Sesame seeds for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Combine the rinsed rice and water in a medium saucepan and bring to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18-20 minutes until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let it sit, covered, for 10 minutes.
- In a small bowl, mix together the rice vinegar, sugar, and salt until dissolved. Gently fold this mixture into the cooked rice, ensuring it’s evenly coated. Allow the rice to cool slightly.
- While the rice cools, heat the vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced Spam and cook until browned and crispy on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side. Drizzle the soy sauce and mirin over the Spam during the last minute of cooking, allowing it to caramelize slightly.
- In a greased 9×13-inch baking dish, spread half of the sushi rice evenly across the bottom. Layer the cooked Spam on top, followed by the remaining sushi rice, pressing down gently to pack it.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until heated through. Remove from the oven and let it cool for about 5 minutes.
- Cut into squares or rectangles and serve warm, garnished with chopped green onions and sesame seeds if desired.
Notes
- For a spicy kick, add a drizzle of sriracha or a sprinkle of crushed red pepper flakes to the Spam while cooking.
- Substitute the Spam with teriyaki chicken or tofu for a different flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Protein: 10g