Spam Fried Rice

Name: Spam Fried Rice
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Palauan
Ingredients: 4 cups cooked rice; 1 can beef spam, diced; 2 eggs, beaten; 2 tbsp soy sauce; 1 onion, diced; 2 green onions, sliced; 2 tbsp vegetable oil; Salt and pepper

Spam Rice (spam fride rice)

Fried Rice with Beef Spam

⏱ Prep Time 10 min

📈 Difficulty Easy

👥 Servings

🔥 Calories 348 kcal

Day-old rice stir-fried with diced beef spam, egg, and soy sauce. A quick island meal.

Nutrition & Info

Protein 14.0g

Carbs 46.0g

Fat 12.0g

Protein Carbs Fat

Dietary

dairy-free gluten-free nut-free

Allergen Warnings

⚠ egg ⚠ soy

Equipment Needed

wok

Presentation Guide

Vessel: plate

Garnishes: green onion

Accompaniments: pickled papaya

Ingredients

4 cups cooked rice
1 can beef spam, diced
2 eggs, beaten
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 onion, diced
2 green onions, sliced
2 tbsp vegetable oil
Salt and pepper

Instructions

1
Heat oil in wok over high heat.
2
Dice spam and fry until crispy.
3
Scramble eggs, set aside.
4
Add rice and toss to heat.
5
Add soy sauce, eggs, and green onions.
6
Season and serve.

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Did You Know?

Spam fried rice is the most popular weeknight dinner in Palau.

Chef's Notes

Equipment Tips

Garnishing

green onion

Accompaniments

pickled papaya

The Story Behind Spam Fried Rice

Canned meat became a staple in Palau during American administration. Spam fried rice combines American, Japanese, and Palauan influences into one dish.

Using beef spam avoids pork while maintaining the salty, savory flavor.

This practical dish represents the fusion of cultures that defines modern Palauan cuisine.

🕐 Traditionally enjoyed dinner 📜 Origins: Mid 20th century

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