Entrée: United States – Spam Fried Rice

Serving Size: 4

Approximate Time

Prep 10 min

Cook 15 min

Total 25 min

Ingredients

2 cups (480 ml) cooked day-old white rice
1 can SPAM (12 oz / 340 g), diced
2 large eggs, beaten
1 small onion, diced
1 / 2 cup (120 ml) frozen peas and carrots
2-3 tbsp (30-45 ml) soy sauce
1 tsp (5 ml) sesame oil
2 tbsp (30 ml) vegetable oil
2 green onions, sliced

Instructions

1. Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat; add diced SPAM and fry until browned and slightly crisp. Remove and set aside.  
2. Add remaining oil, sauté onion until translucent, then add peas and carrots and cook briefly.  
3. Push veggies to the side, pour beaten eggs into the pan and scramble until just set.  
4. Add rice and fried SPAM back to the pan; stir-fry, breaking up clumps. Season with soy sauce and sesame oil, adjusting to taste.  
5. Stir in green onions, toss to combine, and serve hot.