Spam Fried Rice

Savory bits of meat and veggies nestled in rice along with eggs and seasoned with soy sauce makes the best SPAM Fried Rice.

An Easy SPAM Recipe

Salty and seasoned to create an enjoyable meat very similar to Smoked Sausage, spam is the star of this fried rice. Being shelf stable and not needing refrigeration this is a great protein to keep in the pantry.

Protein, vegetables and starch come together to create a skillet meal that the whole family enjoys.

Through testing we learned that making the ingredients in this recipe in separate batches creates the best final product. Taking a couple extra steps creates a take out restaurant quality meal at home.

This easy skillet meal is delicious just like our Saucy Chicken and Vegetables, Peppered Steak Tips and Mushrooms Gravy, and Mexican Beef and Rice Skillet Meal.

Other veggies can be added to this simple spam recipe, but we enjoy this base combination of ingredients the most!

Ingredients Needed

• SPAM – One 12 ounce container of regular spam is our preference, but it comes in a variety of flavors.
• Vegetable Oil – Other types of oil work fine too.
• Eggs – Add more protein and rich flavor to the rice.
• Carrots and Peas – A frozen bag works well, but fresh carrots can be chopped and take a minute or two longer to cook.
• Bell Pepper – Red, orange, or yellow bell pepper that’s a bit sweeter is our preference.
• White Rice – Prepare 2 cups of uncooked white rice or 4 cups of cooked rice. We like long grain or jasmine.
• Soy Sauce – This can be added to the skillet or served on the side so each individual season their rice to their preference.
• Green Onions – Slice up and garnish the rice just before serving for more fresh flavors.

Why Use SPAM?

SPAM comes in a shelf stable can that stores well in the pantry instead of taking up space in the refrigerator.

The meat comes with different seasonings making it very easy to change the flavor profile of your fried rice. 

Spam makes efficient use of a pig’s carcass. Anytime you make whole cuts of meat like ribs, pork butt, ham, etc. there are trimmings and missed cuts or incorrect cuts. These are still good, quality pieces of meat that can be ground into spam.

Salt and seasonings contribute to making a shelf stable meat product.

There is nothing wrong with using canned meat. We also use canned chicken in our high quality Shredded Chicken Sandwiches and Buffalo Chicken Dip Wraps.

Why is SPAM popular in Hawaii?

A combination of culturally popular food as well as the ability to transport from the mainland meat packing plants and store for long periods of time make SPAM a food of choice with Hawaiians. 

Thus using this salty meat to create a flavorful Hawaiian Fried Rice is popular on the islands.

Step By Step Instructions 

Open the can and turn upside down to remove the meat. A slit may need to be carefully made in the bottom to allow air in and the meat to release.

Slice the loaf of SPAM into even slices. We prefer 1/4″ square pieces, so we make 1/4″ slices.

Then cut into evenly sized cubes.

Prep The Rice

Cook 2 cups of uncooked white rice according to the directions on the package.

Use a large non-stick skillet that will make it easy to stir this big batch of rice.

Cooking The SPAM

Heat a tablespoon of oil and brown the small pieces of SPAM. Once evenly browned set aside on a large, clean plate.

This usually takes 4 to 6 minutes for small pieces in a good skillet and 10 to 12 minutes to brown the full slices.

Then add whole eggs to the hot skillet.

Use a spatula to cut into pieces as the egg cooks. Add the cooked eggs to the plate with the browned meat.

Use 1 to 2 tablespoons of the remaining oil and add to the skillet.

Warm oil and add vegetables. Cover and cook for 2 to 3 minutes.

Put cooked rice and soy sauce in the skillet with the mostly cooked vegetables.

Break up the clumps of rice and stir well. Warm through.

Return the meat and eggs to the skillet. Stir well and serve warm.

Storage and Freezing Instructions

Store leftovers in a an airtight container or bag in the refrigerator for 3 to 5 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months.

This easy Spam Fried Rice reheats very well in a skillet with a little oil or covered in the microwave.

More Easy Skillet Recipes

• Smoked Sausage, Peppers, Onions & Potatoes Skillet is a colorful and flavorful that we always enjoy.
• This is easy to finish off on the stove top instead of in the oven – Chicken Noodle Casserole.
• Tater Tot Chicken Pot Pie has creamy chicken and vegetables
• Shrimp Jambalaya is enhanced with bacon bits to boost the tomato and veggie flavors.