Fast and Flavorful Spam Fried Rice Anyone Can Make
If you’ve got a can of Spam in your pantry and some leftover rice in the fridge, you’re already halfway to an incredibly satisfying meal. This Spam fried rice is the kind of recipe that delivers big flavor with minimal effort. It’s savory, hearty, and packed with classic fried rice texture — crispy bits of rice, soft scrambled egg, and flavorful bites of golden Spam.
Spam Fried Rice
What makes this recipe such a winner is how quick and flexible it is. You can whip it up in under 30 minutes, and it’s perfect for busy weeknights or lazy weekends. If you’re into easy meals like chicken fried rice, egg roll in a bowl, or teriyaki salmon, you’ll love how this dish fits right into your rotation. It’s also super customizable, so feel free to toss in other veggies or even a splash of hot sauce if that’s your thing.
Spam often gets overlooked, but it’s full of rich, salty goodness that crisps up beautifully in a skillet. Paired with fluffy day-old rice and simple ingredients you probably already have, it turns into comfort food magic. This dish is a great way to use leftovers, and it might even surprise you how much everyone enjoys it — even if they were skeptical of Spam at first.
What You Will Love About This Recipe
Quick and easy — ready in under 30 minutes
Uses simple pantry and fridge staples
Crispy, savory, and full of flavor
Great way to use up leftover rice
Totally customizable based on what you have
Ingredients
2 cups cooked white rice (preferably day-old)
1 can (12 oz) Spam, diced
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 small onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup frozen peas and carrots mix
2 large eggs, beaten
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon sesame oil (optional)
Salt and pepper to taste
2 green onions, sliced (optional)
Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the diced Spam and cook until lightly browned, about 4-5 minutes. Remove Spam from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil. Sauté the onion and garlic until soft and fragrant, about 2 minutes.
Add the frozen peas and carrots and cook for another 2-3 minutes until heated through.
Push the vegetables to one side of the pan and pour the beaten eggs into the other side. Scramble the eggs until just set.
Add the cooked rice and browned Spam back to the skillet. Stir everything together well.
Pour soy sauce and sesame oil over the rice mixture. Stir and cook for 2-3 more minutes, allowing the flavors to combine. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Remove from heat and garnish with sliced green onions if desired. Serve hot.
Tips & Tricks
- Use day-old rice: Fresh rice can get mushy, but chilled rice fries up with the perfect texture.
- Dice the Spam small: Smaller cubes get crispier and distribute flavor more evenly.
- Scramble eggs separately if you prefer them in larger, fluffier pieces.
- Adjust seasoning: Spam is salty, so taste before adding extra salt.
- Add your favorites: Try pineapple, bell pepper, or a drizzle of sriracha for a twist.
FAQs
Spam Fried Rice
This simple Spam fried rice recipe combines savory Spam, fluffy rice, and vegetables for a quick and satisfying meal. It’s perfect for using leftover rice and can be ready in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked white rice (preferably day-old)
- 1 can (12 oz) Spam, diced
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup frozen peas and carrots mix
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 green onions, sliced (optional)
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the diced Spam and cook until lightly browned, about 4-5 minutes. Remove Spam from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil. Sauté the onion and garlic until soft and fragrant, about 2 minutes.
- Add the frozen peas and carrots and cook for another 2-3 minutes until heated through.
- Push the vegetables to one side of the pan and pour the beaten eggs into the other side. Scramble the eggs until just set.
- Add the cooked rice and browned Spam back to the skillet. Stir everything together well.
- Pour soy sauce and sesame oil over the rice mixture. Stir and cook for 2-3 more minutes, allowing the flavors to combine. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Remove from heat and garnish with sliced green onions if desired. Serve hot.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
4Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 246Total Fat: 11gSaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 93mgSodium: 796mgCarbohydrates: 30gFiber: 2gSugar: 3gProtein: 8g
I’m Melissa, the imaginative force behind Sparkles to Sprinkles, where creativity comes to life, and sprinkles of joy are scattered generously. Melissa is a proud Jersey girl who found love with a New York boy. As a mom to four wonderful boys and a few fur babies, her journey into the world of blogging began after making the life-changing decision to stay home and raise her children. Previously a dedicated workaholic, Melissa’s blog became her creative outlet and passion project. Inspired by her mother-in-law, a masterful cook renowned for her delicious home-cooked meals and legendary holiday feasts (think mouthwatering sausage stuffing), Melissa honed her culinary skills through a combination of family recipes and countless cooking classes. She often attended these classes with her son Michael, who shared her enthusiasm for cooking from a young age. Melissa’s love for learning extends beyond familiar cuisines, as she enjoys exploring international recipes in hands-on cooking classes. Her blog features a diverse array of recipes, showcasing her expertise with various kitchen appliances such as the Instant Pot, air fryer, Slow Cooker, Ninja Foodi, Instant Vortex Plus, and more. Join Melissa on her culinary adventures as she shares tried-and-true family favorites alongside exciting new discoveries!
