Dinner

Spam Fried Rice Recipe

Byanna orden December 2, 2025December 2, 2025

Introduction

Craving quick comfort food? This Spam Fried Rice recipe combines crispy, savory spam with fluffy rice and colorful vegetables for a delicious and satisfying meal. It’s easy to make and perfect for a fast dinner or a midnight snack.

A bowl filled with fried rice made of golden-brown cooked grains mixed with small, bright green peas and diced orange carrots, scattered throughout. On top, there are several glossy, browned cubes of cooked meat, likely ham or spam, evenly placed. Scrambled yellow egg pieces are mixed within, adding texture and color. Fresh thin green onion slices are sprinkled over the top, adding a fresh green layer. The bowl is white and set against a white marbled texture background. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

2 cups cooked jasmine rice
1 can (12 oz) spam, diced
2 large eggs, beaten
1 medium carrot, finely diced
1/2 cup frozen peas
1 small onion, finely chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon oyster sauce (optional)
2 teaspoons sesame oil
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 green onions, sliced
Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the rice and ingredients, ensuring the rice is cold and the vegetables are chopped.
Step 2: Heat the vegetable oil in a pan over medium-high heat and fry the diced spam until golden and crispy, then remove it from the pan.
Step 3: In the same pan, scramble the beaten eggs until slightly undercooked, then remove them from the pan.
Step 4: Sauté the chopped onions and minced garlic until fragrant, then add the diced carrots and frozen peas. Cook until the vegetables are softened.
Step 5: Add the cold rice to the pan and stir-fry on high heat for 3–4 minutes, breaking up any clumps.
Step 6: Return the fried spam and scrambled eggs to the pan. Add the soy sauce, oyster sauce (if using), and sesame oil. Toss everything together thoroughly.
Step 7: Season with salt and black pepper to taste, garnish with sliced green onions, and serve immediately.

Tips & Variations

Use cold, day-old rice to prevent the dish from becoming mushy.
Cooking on high heat enhances the flavor and texture of the fried rice.
Try adding kimchi or pineapple for a tasty twist.
This recipe makes a perfect midnight snack that’s quick to prepare.

Storage

Store leftover Spam Fried Rice in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a skillet over medium heat or in the microwave until warmed through. Adding a splash of water can help keep the rice moist when reheating.

How to Serve

A close-up view of a bowl filled with fried rice showing visible layers starting with the light brown grains of cooked rice mixed evenly with small bright green peas and tiny diced orange carrots. Scattered throughout the rice are chunks of golden scrambled eggs and thick, browned cubes of fried sausage placed on top and inside the mix. Thinly sliced green onions sit on the very top, adding a fresh green color and texture contrast. The food is served in a white bowl set on a white marbled surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use a different type of rice?

Yes, jasmine rice is preferred for its fragrance and texture, but long-grain rice or leftover steamed rice will also work well.

Is it necessary to use oyster sauce?

No, oyster sauce adds extra depth and umami, but you can omit it or substitute with a little hoisin or fish sauce based on your preference.

anna orden