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Hawaiian Spam Musubi Recipe

Delicious Hawaiian Spam Musubi Recipe You'll Love Making!

Discover the flavorful Hawaiian Spam Musubi recipe, a delightful handheld snack with sweet and savory layers, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 musubi
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Hawaiian, Japanese
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Rice
  • 2 cups short grain sushi rice Essential for holding the musubi together.
  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar Adds a tangy flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons sugar Can be reduced for less sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon salt Enhances the taste of the rice.
For the Spam
  • 1 can Spam Provides deep savory flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon sugar (for caramelizing) Helps create a glossy glaze.
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce Opt for low-sodium if desired.
For the Wrap
  • 1 sheet roasted seaweed (nori) Wraps the musubi.
Optional Garnishes
  • to preference toasted sesame seeds For extra crunch.
  • to preference furikake seasoning Enhances taste.

Equipment

  • Rice cooker
  • non-stick skillet
  • rectangular mold

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Rinse sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Cook rice according to rice cooker instructions, about 20 minutes. Let it steam for an additional 10 minutes.
  2. Whisk together rice vinegar, sugar, and salt. Fold into warm sushi rice and allow to cool slightly.
  3. Slice Spam into quarter-inch thick pieces. Heat a skillet and cook Spam slices until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes on each side.
  4. Sprinkle sugar over Spam, flip to coat, then add soy sauce mixed with water. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until glaze thickens.
  5. Pack half a cup of sushi rice into a lined mold to form the base of the musubi.
  6. Remove rice block from mold, place on nori, add glazed Spam on top. Roll tightly and seal edges with water.
  7. Cut assembled musubi into halves or thirds for serving. Enjoy with optional garnishes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1musubiCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 10gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gCalcium: 2mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Wrap leftovers in plastic and store in the fridge for up to 2 days, or freeze for up to 1 month. Reheat in microwave or pan-fry for best texture.

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