Description
Spam Musubi with Egg is a delicious fusion dish that beautifully combines Hawaiian and Japanese flavors, making it an ideal choice for breakfast, lunch, or a quick snack. This recipe features crispy caramelized Spam, a fluffy omelet, and seasoned sushi rice, all wrapped in nori for a portable treat. In just 20 minutes, you can create this easy-to-make dish that will delight your family and friends at any gathering. Whether enjoyed warm or at room temperature, Spam Musubi with Egg is versatile and customizable to suit your taste preferences.
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups dry short grain sushi rice
- 2 cups water
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 can (12 oz) Spam
- 2 1/2 teaspoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1/4 cup water
- 6 eggs
- 3 sheets roasted seaweed nori (cut into 2 inch wide strips)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
Instructions
- Rinse rice until water runs clear, then cook in a rice cooker or pot with 2 cups of water. Once done, season with a mixture of rice vinegar, sugar, and salt.
- Slice Spam into 1/4-inch pieces and cook until crispy in a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Caramelize with soy sauce and sugar.
- Beat eggs and make a rolled omelet in the skillet; cut to match the size of the Spam.
- In a musubi mold or plastic wrap-lined container, layer sushi rice, omelet, and Spam. Wrap tightly with nori.
- Serve immediately or pack as a portable snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Hawaiian/Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 musubi (120g)
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 910mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
Keywords: Customize your musubi by adding vegetables like avocado or cucumber. For less saltiness, use low-sodium soy sauce.