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Easy Hawaiian Spam Musubi with Sushi Nori Seaweed Recipe

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This Easy Hawaiian Spam Musubi recipe brings together the savory flavor of marinated Spam with sticky sushi rice and roasted seaweed to create a delicious and satisfying snack or meal. With a simple marinade of soy sauce, brown sugar, and sesame oil, the Spam is pan-fried to perfection and then layered with seasoned rice, wrapped in nori for a classic Hawaiian treat that’s quick and easy to prepare for any occasion.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings

Ingredients

Spam Marinade and Cooking

  • 12 ounce can Spam
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 4 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil

Musubi Assembly

  • 4 sheets roasted seaweed (sushi nori, cut in half)
  • 3 cups medium grain sticky rice or sushi rice, cooked according to package instructions
  • furikake rice seasoning (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Skillet: Preheat a large skillet over medium heat to get it ready for cooking the Spam evenly.
  2. Slice Spam: Cut the Spam can into 8 equal slices for uniform musubi portions.
  3. Prepare Marinade: In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, and sesame oil until well blended.
  4. Marinate Spam: Pour the marinade over the Spam slices or immerse them in the marinade to coat thoroughly.
  5. Cook Spam: Place the marinated Spam slices in a single layer in the hot skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side, until browned and cooked to your liking.
  6. Assemble Musubi: Place a sheet of nori on a flat surface. Position a musubi mold or rectangular mold on the nori and fill it with about three spoonfuls of cooked rice, optionally sprinkle with furikake seasoning, then top with a slice of cooked Spam.
  7. Press and Wrap: Press firmly with the top of the mold to compact the rice and Spam together. Remove the mold carefully, then wrap the nori strip around the rice and Spam, dabbing the edges with water to seal.
  8. Repeat: Continue the assembly process with remaining Spam and rice until all musubis are formed.
  9. Serve: Serve the musubi as is or with dipping sauces such as sriracha, teriyaki, oyster sauce, or ketchup.

Notes

  • Using medium grain sticky or sushi rice is essential for the musubi to hold together well.
  • If you don’t have a musubi mold, a clean rectangular container or even your hands can be used to shape the musubi.
  • Furikake seasoning adds an extra savory flavor but is optional based on preference.
  • Wrap the nori tightly and seal with water to prevent unraveling.
  • Serve musubi fresh for best texture, although leftovers can be refrigerated and warmed gently.
  • Author: ELLA
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Hawaiian

Find it online: https://ellarecipe.com/easy-hawaiian-spam-musubi-with-sushi-nori-seaweed-recipe/