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

Spam Musubi is a delicious and popular Hawaiian snack that combines the savory flavors of Spam with the sweetness of seasoned rice, all wrapped up in a neat, portable package. This simple yet satisfying dish is a favorite among locals and visitors alike, and it's easy to see why. The combination of crispy, salty Spam and sticky, slightly sweet rice is irresistible, making it the perfect on-the-go treat or a delicious addition to any meal.

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups uncooked short-grain white rice
  • 2 cups water
  • 6 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • ½ cup white sugar
  • ¼ cup soy sauce
  • ¼ cup oyster sauce
  • 1 (12 ounce) container fully cooked luncheon meat (such as Spam)
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 5 sheets sushi nori (dry seaweed)

Information

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Additional Time: 4 hrs 30 mins
  • Total Time: 5 hrs 25 mins
  • Servings: 10
  • Yield: 10 pieces

  • Soak uncooked rice in water to cover for 4 hours; drain and rinse.
  • Bring 2 cups water to a boil in a medium saucepan. Add rice and stir. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes.
  • Remove pan from heat and stir in rice vinegar. Set aside to cool.
  • Stir together sugar, soy sauce, and oyster sauce in a medium bowl until sugar is completely dissolved. Slice luncheon meat lengthwise into 10 slices, or to desired thickness, and marinate in sauce for 5 minutes.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook slices until lightly browned, about 2 minutes per side.
  • Cut nori sheets in half and lay on a flat work surface. Place a rice press in the center of a sheet, and press rice tightly inside. Top with a slice of luncheon meat, and remove press. Wrap nori around rice, sealing edges with a small amount of water. (Rice may also be formed by hand in the shape of the meat slices and about 1-inch thick.)
  • Serve musubi warm or chilled.
  • Nutrition

    276 cal.

    • Total Fat: 12g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 24mg
    • Sodium: 866mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 35g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 10g
    • Protein: 7g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 10mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 118mg