Learn to make Spam Musubi, a beloved Hawaiian-Japanese fusion snack. This easy recipe features grilled Spam, rice, and nori seaweed, creating a delicious handheld treat bursting with flavor. Perfect for a quick snack or a casual meal, Spam Musubi is a delightful blend of cultures that's sure to satisfy your taste buds.

Here's a simple recipe for Spam Musubi:

Ingredients:

  - 1 can of Spam

  - 2 cups of cooked sushi rice

  - 4 sheets of nori seaweed

  - Soy sauce

  - Sugar

  - Rice vinegar

  - Furikake (optional)

Instructions:

1- Slice the Spam into 8 equal pieces.

2- In a small bowl, mix 1/4 cup of soy sauce, 1/4 cup of sugar, and 1 tablespoon of rice vinegar to make the marinade.

3- Marinate the Spam slices in the sauce for about 10-15 minutes.

4- Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat and fry the Spam slices until they are browned and crispy on both sides. Remove from the pan and set aside.

5- Place a sheet of nori on a clean surface, shiny side down.

6- Wet your hands and shape about 1/2 cup of rice into a rectangular block.

7- Place a slice of Spam on top of the rice.

8- Using a Spam musubi mold or your hands, press the rice and Spam together firmly to form a compact block.

9- Wrap the nori around the rice and Spam, sealing the edges with a little water.

10- Repeat with the remaining ingredients.

11- If desired, sprinkle some furikake on top of the rice before wrapping it in nori.

12- Cut each Spam Musubi into bite-sized pieces and serve. Enjoy your homemade Hawaiian-Japanese snack!

Nutritional Values:

Here are the approximate nutritional values for the ingredients used in the Spam Musubi recipe:

Spam (1 can, 340g):

  - Calories: 1160

  - Protein: 48g

  - Fat: 100g

  - Carbohydrates: 8g

  - Sodium: 7400mg

benefits:While Spam is high in sodium and fat, it does provide a good amount of protein. However, it's important to consume Spam in moderation due to its high sodium content.

Sushi Rice (2 cups, cooked):

  - Calories: 480

  - Protein: 8g

  - Fat: 0g

  - Carbohydrates: 106g

  - Fiber: 0g

benefits:Rice is a good source of carbohydrates, which provide energy for the body. It's also low in fat and sodium.

Nori Seaweed (4 sheets):

  - Calories: 20

  - Protein: 2g

  - Fat: 0g

  - Carbohydrates: 1g

  - Fiber: 1g

benefits:Nori is a type of seaweed that is rich in vitamins and minerals, including iodine, vitamin C, and calcium. It's also a good source of fiber.

Soy Sauce (for marinade, 1/4 cup):

  - Calories: 20

  - Protein: 2g

  - Fat: 0g

  - Carbohydrates: 3g

  - Sodium: 3000mg

benefits:Soy sauce is a source of umami flavor and is often used in small quantities for its taste. It does contain a high amount of sodium, so it's best to use it sparingly.

Sugar (1/4 cup, for marinade):

  - Calories: 200

  - Protein: 0g

  - Fat: 0g

  - Carbohydrates: 52g

benefits:While sugar is often used in recipes for flavor, it's important to consume it in moderation due to its potential negative health effects when consumed in excess.

Rice Vinegar (1 tbsp, for marinade):

  - Calories: 0

  - Protein: 0g

  - Fat: 0g

  - Carbohydrates: 0g

benefits:Rice vinegar adds a tangy flavor to the marinade and may have some health benefits similar to other types of vinegar, such as aiding digestion and possibly helping with blood sugar control.

Furikake (optional, not included in calculations):

  - Nutritional values vary depending on the brand and ingredients.

Please note that these values are approximate and can vary based on the specific brands and quantities of ingredients used.