Easy Spam Fried Rice

Try this easy spam fried rice recipe made with crispy pan fried spam, day old rice, fluffy eggs & green peas. Seasoned with an easy three ingredient sauce!

Spam fried rice is something I grew up eating as a kid, and I often crave it when I want something quick and easy but comforting.

If you've never tried spam before or you're not a fan, try it in this recipe. It adds a wonderful salty bite to this fried rice and you'll soon love it!

Why You'll Love this Recipe:

• What makes this an amazing recipe is my secret ingredient: oyster sauce. I add it to all my fried rice recipes because it adds a ton of flavor and a hint of sweetness that you don't get from just adding soy sauce.
• I add big chunks of pan fried spam that's perfectly browned and crisp. If you prefer smaller pieces, feel free to chop it up smaller but I prefer to leave them big so you get a salty bite every once in awhile.
• A tiny drizzle of sesame oil or a small pad of butter adds richness to this otherwise simple recipe.

Ingredients You'll Need

Step by Step Instructions

1. Beat the eggs in a medium size bowl.
2. Cut the spam into ¾ to 1 inch cubes - I prefer large chunks of spam in this recipe but you can cut them into smaller pieces if you prefer.

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3. Fry and scramble the beaten eggs in a nonstick pan and set them aside.
4. Fry the spam in a single layer until it's golden brown and the surface is crispy. This should take about 4 to 5 minutes. Don't skip this step as it renders some of the fat from the spam and it flavors the oil.

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6. Add the cold, leftover rice and the sauce to the pan. Break apart the clumps of rice with the flat side of your spatula or mixing spoon.

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8. Add the eggs, frozen peas, and chopped scallions to the pan. Stir fry everything together until the frozen peas turn bright green.
9. Optional: finish the spam fried rice with a drizzle of sesame oil or a small pad of butter for richness. Garnish with sesame seeds and serve.

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Expert Tips & Tricks

Here's a few tips on how to make this the best spam fried rice:

1. Brown the spam. Spam has to be cooked crispy! Make sure your spam is browned and crispy on the outside. Take your time. This helps render out the oil and add flavor to your fried rice.
2. Use cold, leftover rice. I used day old rice in this recipe because it separates easily. Avoid using fresh or warm rice since it's easy to mash the grains together.
3. Separate and coat each grain of rice with the oil and sauce. This is the key to making a good fried rice. You want to flavor each grain of rice so that every mouthful is seasoned properly.

Ingredient Substitutions & Variations

1. Instead of rice, substitute with quinoa or cauliflower rice for a low carb alternative.
2. Add extra veggies - carrots, corn, broccoli, and onions would be great additions!
3. Want it spicy? Add a drizzle of sriracha or hot chili oil at the end.

Storing & Reheating Leftovers

Store any leftovers in an airtight container and keep it in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat leftovers in the microwave for about a minute.

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• Ketchup Fried Rice
• Thai Red Curry Chicken Fried Rice
• Stir Fried Shanghai Rice Cakes