Description
Teriyaki Spam Musubi is a delightful Hawaiian dish featuring savory teriyaki-glazed Spam layered between fluffy sushi rice and wrapped in crispy nori. Each bite bursts with a harmonious blend of sweet and umami flavors, making it an irresistible treat for picnics, lunch boxes, or casual gatherings. Quick to prepare and versatile, this musubi will elevate any meal with its unique taste and appealing presentation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (12 oz) classic Spam
- 2 cups short-grain sushi rice
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- ¼ cup mirin
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 sheets sushi nori (seaweed)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Rinse sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Cook with 2 cups of water in a rice cooker or pot according to package instructions.
- In a saucepan, mix soy sauce, mirin, brown sugar, and garlic powder over medium heat until combined. Simmer until slightly thickened.
- Slice Spam into rectangles about half an inch thick and sear in a skillet over medium-high heat for three minutes on each side. Drizzle half of the teriyaki sauce while cooking.
- Once rice has cooled slightly, press half into a sushi mold, layer with two pieces of Spam, then add more rice on top.
- Wrap tightly in nori by rolling from one end and securing the edges.
- Slice into thick pieces using a sharp knife dipped in water; drizzle with remaining teriyaki sauce before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 pieces (150g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: - Experiment with fillings by adding sliced avocado or cucumber for freshness. - Substitute Spam with grilled chicken or tofu for variations. - For extra flavor, sprinkle sesame seeds on top before serving.