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I Make Spam Fried Rice in my New Wok

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J. Kenji López-Alt
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Spam Fried Rice

Cultural Context

Spam Fried Rice is a beloved dish in the Philippines, often enjoyed as a quick meal or breakfast option. The dish reflects the influence of American cuisine on Filipino food culture, particularly during the post-World War II era when Spam became widely available. Today, it is a popular comfort food, showcasing the resourcefulness of using leftover rice and incorporating local flavors.

FilipinoPHmain
30 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
3 cups cooked rice
1 lb spam
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 large eggs
4 scallions
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon white pepper
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon MSG

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

spam

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned corned beef

Tofu provides a plant-based option, while canned corned beef is often cheaper.

1

Start by dicing spam from the can.

2

Rub a little oil in the carbon steel wok.

3

Heat the wok until smoking, then add the remaining oil.

4

Scramble the eggs in the wok until cooked, then remove them.

5

Add half the diced spam to the wok and let it crisp up.

6

Add chopped scallions to the wok and toss to release aroma.

7

Add day-old cooked rice and the scrambled eggs back into the wok.

8

Drizzle soy sauce around the sides of the wok to super heat it.

9

Season with white pepper, salt, and MSG blend.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingstir-frying

Equipment Needed

large skilletspatulaknifecutting boardwok

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

egg

Also Known As

Spam RiceFried Rice with Spam

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