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Spam Musubi Bowl Recipe

This Hawaiian dish creatively combines Spam, a popular ingredient in many Hawaiian recipes, with rice and seaweed to create a mouthwatering treat that appeals to people of all ages.
As you explore the world of Hawaiian spam musubi, you'll find various adaptations to suit different preferences - one popular variation is the Spam musubi bowl.
This innovative take on the traditional handheld snack captures all the flavors you love but puts a unique spin on presentation and preparation.
Perfect for entertaining or enjoying a satisfying weeknight meal, the Spam musubi bowl brings together the savory taste of Spam with seasoned rice and nori, as well as other delicious elements like teriyaki sauce and sesame seeds.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Main Course
Servings 1
Equipment
  • small bowl
  • Large skillet
  • small saucepan
  • bowl
Ingredients
  
  • 1 can Spam low sodium to reduce sodium intake
  • 2 cups Calrose-style medium-grain white rice or short-grain white rice sushi rice
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup Japanese sake
  • 1/4 cup sweetener of choice
  • 2 tbsp cooking oil
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 3 cloves of garlic minced
  • 4 sheets of dried seaweed nori cut into thin strips
  • vinegar mixture for seasoning rice optional
Instructions
 
  • Start by preparing your Calrose-style medium-grain white rice or sushi rice according to the package instructions.
    If desired, you can lightly season your cooked rice with a vinegar mixture to add more flavor.
  • Slice the Spam into even, thin slices and set aside.
    Mix soy sauce, Japanese sake, and your choice of sweetener in a small bowl to create a marinade for the Spam.
  • Heat cooking oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
    Add the Spam slices and cook for about 2 minutes per side until they brown.
    Pour the marinade over the Spam and allow it to cook for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the Spam.
  • In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat and add the minced garlic.
    Cook for just a few minutes, until the garlic becomes fragrant but not browned.
    Remove from heat and set aside.
  • Scoop your desired amount of cooked rice into a bowl.
    Top with the cooked Spam slices, drizzle generously with the garlic butter sauce and garnish with the thinly cut dried seaweed nori strips.
  • Now, your Spam Musubi Bowl is ready to be enjoyed.
    Following these steps, you've successfully transformed a popular Japanese-style rice ball dish into a delicious and satisfying bowl meal.
    Enjoy!
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