Description
Hawaiian Spam Musubi is a mouthwatering treat that combines savory grilled Spam, fluffy sushi rice, and delicate sushi nori. This delightful dish is perfect for picnics or gatherings, bringing the taste of Hawaii to your table. With its sweet and salty soy glaze, each bite is an explosion of flavor that will transport you to sun-soaked beaches. Easy to prepare and visually appealing, Hawaiian Spam Musubi is sure to impress your guests and create lasting memories.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups sushi rice
- 2¼ cups water
- 1 (12 oz) can Spam (classic or teriyaki-flavored)
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons mirin
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- ¼ cup rice vinegar
- Optional: sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Rinse sushi rice under cold water until clear; combine with water in a rice cooker. Cook according to instructions until fluffy.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, mix soy sauce, mirin, and sugar; cook until syrupy.
- Slice Spam into rectangles; fry in a skillet over medium-high heat for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Transfer cooked rice to a bowl; stir in rice vinegar and season lightly with salt.
- On a sheet of nori, layer rice, fried Spam, and soy glaze; press firmly to mold.
- Wrap tightly and slice into pieces or serve whole.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 musubi (130g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 790mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg