Throw-It-On Thursday: Spam Tocino Filipino Breakfast!

Spam

🥗Healthier: turkey bacon

💰Cheaper: canned corned beef

Turkey bacon reduces fat while canned corned beef is often less expensive.

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Coconut sugar is less processed and has a lower glycemic index.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: liquid aminos

Tamari is gluten-free while liquid aminos are often cheaper.

vinegar

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

Apple cider vinegar has additional health benefits while white vinegar is more affordable.

Slice the Spam Tocino into 6–8 pieces (however thick you like).

Heat a skillet over medium heat.

Add the Tocino to the skillet and cover with water.

Cook until water evaporates and leaves a thick syrup.

Add a touch of oil if you want extra crisp.

Lay the slices in the pan and cook for 2–3 minutes per side until caramelized and lightly browned.

Remove from heat and let the slices rest a minute — they’ll firm up slightly as they cool.

Serve hot with eggs and sinangag.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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