How to Make Deconstructed Spam® Musubi - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to Hawaiian cuisine, few dishes are as iconic as Spam® Musubi. This delectable snack combines sushi rice, nori seaweed, and a slice of pan-fried Spam® to create a delightful on-the-go treat that has become a staple in Hawaiian culture. While the traditional presentation of Spam® Musubi involves the Spam® being stacked on top of the rice and wrapped in nori, our deconstructed version offers a unique twist on this beloved classic.

At its core, our Deconstructed Spam® Musub...

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Ingredients

  • ½ cup white sugar
  • ¼ cup lite soy sauce
  • ¼ cup oyster sauce
  • 2 (12 ounce) cans low-sodium canned luncheon meat (such as SPAM®), cut into 1/2-inch cubes
  • 2 ½ cups water
  • 2 cups medium-grain white rice (such as Calrose)
  • 6 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 (1.2 ounce) package roasted and seasoned seaweed, torn into 1 1/2-inch pieces

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Additional Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 40 mins
  • Servings: 10
  • Yield: 10 servings

  • Mix sugar, soy sauce, and oyster sauce together in a resealable gallon-size bag. Add luncheon meat, seal bag, and turn to coat, gently squeezing to coat luncheon meat. Marinate for at least 1 hour.
  • Bring water to a boil; add rice. Return water to a boil, reduce heat to low, and simmer until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender, about 15 minutes.
  • Heat a skillet over medium-high heat; add luncheon meat and marinade. Cook, stirring frequently, until luncheon meat is browned and marinade is absorbed, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir rice vinegar into rice until combined.
  • Stir rice and seaweed together in a bowl; add luncheon meat and mix well.
  • Nutrition

    378 cal.

    • Total Fat: 17g
    • Saturated Fat: 6g
    • Cholesterol: 52mg
    • Sodium: 887mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 43g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 11g
    • Protein: 12g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 16mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 56mg