Spam Musubi Recipe

Time1h
Serves4

pineapple-soy marinated, sushi rice, nori, citrus ponzu glaze

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Ingredients

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Spam Musubi Ingredients

Method

Directions

1

Prepare the Sushi Rice

Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Drain well. Combine the rinsed rice and water in a rice cooker and cook according to the rice cooker instructions. Once cooked, let it sit covered for 10 minutes.

2

Marinate the Spam

In a small bowl, combine pineapple juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, and sesame oil. Slice the Spam into 8 rectangular pieces. Marinate the Spam pieces in the mixture for at least 30 minutes.

3

Cook the Spam

In a skillet over medium heat, cook the marinated Spam pieces for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and caramelized. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

4

Form the Musubi

Place a sheet of plastic wrap on a flat surface. Wet your hands to prevent sticking. Take a handful of sushi rice and shape it into a rectangle. Place one piece of cooked Spam on top and press gently. Wrap the rice and Spam with a nori sheet, folding the edges over. Use the plastic wrap to shape and hold the musubi together. Repeat for the remaining ingredients.

5

Prepare the Ponzu Glaze

In a small bowl, combine citrus juice and soy sauce. This will serve as a glaze to drizzle over the musubi.

6

Serve

Slice the musubi in half, drizzle with the citrus ponzu glaze, and serve immediately or pack for later.