20 Spam Recipes That Will Blow Your Mind

I’ve attached a video for every recipe below from my favorite home cooks.

Spam is a tasty and versatile food that can be used in many different recipes. You might think of it as just canned meat, but it’s so much more. Spam can be the star ingredient in everything from breakfast dishes to dinner entrees and even snacks.

There are lots of fun ways to cook with Spam. You can fry it, bake it, or add it to soups and salads. Some popular dishes are Spam musubi, Spam fried rice, and Spam tacos. These recipes are easy to make and don’t take much time. They’re great for quick meals when you’re busy or just want something yummy without a lot of fuss.

Spam Musubi

Here’s what you’ll need to make delicious spam musubi:

1 can of spam
2 cups cooked sushi rice
3-4 sheets of nori (seaweed)
1/4 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup brown sugar
2 tablespoons mirin
1 teaspoon sesame oil

Now let’s make it!

Mix soy sauce, brown sugar, mirin, and sesame oil in a bowl. Microwave for 1 minute to dissolve sugar.
Slice spam into 8-10 pieces. Fry in a pan over medium heat for 3-4 minutes per side.
Pour sauce over spam and cook for 1-2 more minutes, flipping once.
Cut nori sheets into 2-inch wide strips.
Place a strip of nori on a cutting board. Put a musubi mold in the middle.
Add a layer of rice to the mold, pressing down firmly.
Top rice with a slice of glazed spam.
Remove mold and wrap nori around rice and spam.
Wet the edge of nori to seal.

Repeat until you’ve used all your ingredients. Enjoy your homemade spam musubi!

Spam Fried Rice

Ready to whip up a tasty meal? Spam fried rice is quick, easy, and delicious! Here’s what you’ll need:

Ingredients:

2 cups cooked rice (day-old is best)
1 can of Spam, diced
2 eggs, beaten
1/2 cup frozen peas and carrots
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 green onions, chopped

Directions:

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add diced Spam and cook until crispy, about 3 minutes.
Push Spam to one side of the skillet. Add beaten eggs to the empty space and scramble.
Toss in garlic, peas, and carrots. Stir-fry for 2 minutes.
Add rice to the skillet. Break up any clumps and mix well with other ingredients.
Pour soy sauce over the rice mixture. Stir to combine and cook for another 3-4 minutes.
Sprinkle green onions on top before serving.

Your Spam fried rice is now ready to enjoy! This recipe serves 2-3 people and takes about 15 minutes to make.

Spam And Eggs

Here’s a tasty recipe for Spam and eggs that you’ll love!

Ingredients:

1 can of Spam, cubed
4 large eggs
1/4 cup milk
1/4 cup shredded cheese
Salt and pepper to taste
Cooking spray

Directions:

Whisk the eggs and milk in a bowl. Add salt and pepper.
Spray a non-stick skillet with cooking spray and heat over medium.
Add the Spam cubes to the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes until lightly browned.
Pour the egg mixture over the Spam. Gently stir as it cooks.
When the eggs are nearly set, sprinkle cheese on top.
Continue cooking until the eggs are done and cheese is melted.
Serve hot and enjoy your delicious Spam and eggs!

This quick and easy meal is perfect for breakfast or brunch. You can add chopped veggies or herbs for extra flavor if you like.

Spam Sandwich

Here’s a tasty Spam sandwich recipe you can whip up in no time!

Ingredients:

2 slices of bread
2-3 slices of Spam
1 tablespoon butter
1/4 cup diced onions
1 slice of cheese (optional)
Mayo or mustard (to taste)

Directions:

Heat a pan over medium heat and melt the butter.
Add the diced onions and cook until they’re golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
Push the onions to one side of the pan and add the Spam slices.
Cook the Spam for 2-3 minutes on each side until it’s nicely browned.
Toast your bread slices while the Spam cooks.
Spread mayo or mustard on one slice of toast.
Place the cooked Spam on the toast, add the caramelized onions on top.
If you like, put a slice of cheese on the warm Spam so it melts a bit.
Top with the second slice of toast and enjoy your yummy Spam sandwich!

Spam Tacos

You’ll need:

1 can of SPAM, diced
8 taco shells
1 cup shredded lettuce
1 tomato, diced
1/2 cup shredded cheese
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
1 small onion, diced
1 tbsp cooking oil
Taco seasoning to taste
Optional: salsa, sour cream, guacamole

Here’s how to make them:

Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add diced SPAM and cook until lightly browned.
Sprinkle taco seasoning over the SPAM and stir to coat evenly. Cook for another 2-3 minutes.
Warm your taco shells according to package instructions.
Fill each shell with the seasoned SPAM. Top with lettuce, tomato, cheese, onion, and cilantro.
Serve your tacos right away. Add salsa, sour cream, or guacamole if you like.

Enjoy your tasty SPAM tacos! They’re perfect for a quick and easy meal.

Spam Stir Fry

You’ll need:

1 can of SPAM, diced
2 cups mixed vegetables (broccoli, carrots, bell peppers)
2 tbsp vegetable oil
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tsp garlic powder
Salt and pepper to taste

Here’s how to make it:

Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
Add diced SPAM and cook for 2-3 minutes until lightly browned.
Toss in your mixed vegetables and stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until crisp-tender.
Sprinkle garlic powder over the mix and stir well.
Pour in soy sauce and keep stirring for another minute.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Give everything a final toss to combine all the flavors.

Your SPAM stir fry is ready! Serve it hot over rice or noodles for a quick and tasty meal. You can add more veggies or switch them up based on what you like or have on hand.

Spam Mac And Cheese

Ready to make a cheesy, comforting dish? Here’s what you’ll need:

Ingredients:

1 can of Spam, diced
8 oz elbow macaroni
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup milk
2 tbsp butter
1/4 cup breadcrumbs
Salt and pepper to taste

Directions:

Cook the macaroni according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
In a skillet, fry the diced Spam until crispy. Remove and set aside.
In the same skillet, melt the butter. Add milk and bring to a simmer.
Stir in the cheese until melted and smooth.
Add the cooked macaroni and crispy Spam to the cheese sauce. Mix well.
Pour the mixture into a baking dish. Sprinkle breadcrumbs on top.
Bake at 350°F for 20 minutes or until golden brown.
Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

Enjoy your creamy, savory Spam Mac and Cheese! It’s perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a comforting weekend treat.

Spam Sushi Rolls

Hey there, sushi lover! Ready to try a fun twist on traditional rolls? Let’s make some tasty spam sushi rolls, also known as spam musubi.

Here’s what you’ll need:

1 can of spam, sliced into 8-10 pieces
3 cups cooked sushi rice
4 sheets of nori (seaweed)
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon mirin
1 teaspoon sesame oil
Furikake seasoning (optional)

Now, let’s get rolling!

Mix soy sauce, brown sugar, mirin, and sesame oil in a bowl. Heat in the microwave for 1 minute, stirring until sugar dissolves.
Fry spam slices in a pan over medium heat for 3-4 minutes per side. Pour the sauce over the spam and cook for another 2-3 minutes, flipping once.
Place a sheet of nori on a bamboo mat. Spread a thin layer of rice over 2/3 of the nori, leaving the top third bare.
Sprinkle some furikake over the rice if you like. Place a slice of cooked spam in the center of the rice.
Using the mat, roll the nori tightly around the rice and spam. Wet the bare edge of nori to seal the roll.
Slice the roll into 6-8 pieces with a sharp knife. Enjoy your homemade spam sushi rolls!

Spam Breakfast Burrito

You’ll need:

1 can SPAM Classic, diced
6 large eggs
1/4 cup milk
6 flour tortillas
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup salsa
2 tablespoons butter

Directions:

Heat your oven to 400°F.
Mix the diced SPAM, eggs, and milk in a bowl.
Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Pour in the egg mixture.
Cook and stir until the eggs reach your desired doneness.
Warm the tortillas in the microwave for 30 seconds.
Place a portion of the SPAM and egg mixture in the center of each tortilla.
Top with cheese and salsa.
Roll up the tortillas to form burritos.
Place the burritos seam-side down in a baking dish.
Sprinkle extra cheese on top if you like.
Bake for 10-15 minutes until the cheese melts and the burritos are hot.

Enjoy your tasty SPAM breakfast burritos!

Spam Ramen

You’ll need:

1 package ramen noodles
1/2 can Spam, cubed
1 egg
2 green onions, chopped
1 tablespoon oil

Here’s how to make it:

Cook the ramen noodles as directed on the package. Set aside.
Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the Spam cubes and fry until golden brown, about 3-5 minutes.
Push the Spam to one side of the pan. Crack the egg into the empty space and fry it.
Add the cooked noodles to the pan. Stir in half of the ramen seasoning packet.
Mix everything together gently, being careful not to break the egg yolk.
Transfer to a bowl and top with chopped green onions.

Enjoy your tasty Spam ramen! It’s a quick and easy meal that’s perfect for busy days.

Spam Hash

You’ll love this tasty Spam hash recipe! It’s quick, easy, and perfect for breakfast or brunch.

Ingredients:

1 can of Spam, diced
2 cups diced potatoes
1 small onion, chopped
1/2 red bell pepper, diced
1/2 green bell pepper, diced
2 tablespoons oil
Salt and pepper to taste

Directions:

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add potatoes and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Toss in onions and bell peppers. Cook for another 5 minutes.
Add diced Spam to the skillet. Stir everything together.
Cook for 10 more minutes, stirring every few minutes, until potatoes are tender and everything is lightly browned.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serve hot and enjoy your delicious Spam hash!

Spam Sliders

Here’s what you’ll need:

1 can of SPAM Classic, sliced
8 slider buns
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon Sriracha sauce
1/4 teaspoon garlic chili paste
1/8 teaspoon sesame oil
Oil for cooking
Optional: sliced cheese, lettuce, tomato

Now, let’s make these tasty sliders!

Mix the mayo, Sriracha, garlic chili paste, and sesame oil in a small bowl. This is your spicy aioli.
Cut the SPAM into 8 even slices.
Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add a bit of oil.
Cook the SPAM slices for about 2 minutes on each side until they’re nicely browned.
Toast your slider buns if you like.
Spread some spicy aioli on each bun.
Add a slice of cooked SPAM to each bun.
Top with cheese, lettuce, or tomato if you want.

Your Spam sliders are ready to eat! They’re perfect for a quick snack or a fun party appetizer. Enjoy the blend of savory SPAM with the kick of spicy aioli!

Spam Pizza

Want to try something new and tasty? Make a Spam pizza! Here’s what you’ll need:

Ingredients:

1 pre-made pizza crust
1/2 cup pizza sauce
1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1 can of Spam, diced
1/4 cup diced pineapple
1/4 cup diced red onion
1/4 cup diced green bell pepper

Directions:

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
Spread the pizza sauce evenly on the crust.
Sprinkle half the cheese over the sauce.
Add the diced Spam, pineapple, onion, and bell pepper.
Top with the remaining cheese.
Bake for 12-15 minutes until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
Let it cool for a few minutes before slicing.

Enjoy your homemade Spam pizza! It’s a fun twist on the classic Hawaiian pizza.

Spam Kebabs

You’ll need:

1 can of SPAM, cubed
1 can pineapple chunks, drained
1 red bell pepper, cut into squares
1 onion, cut into chunks
Teriyaki sauce
Honey
Skewers

Directions:

Cut the SPAM into 2 cm cubes.
Thread SPAM, pineapple, bell pepper, and onion onto skewers. Alternate the items for a colorful look.
Brush the kebabs with teriyaki sauce.
Grill for about 8 minutes, turning often. Keep brushing with sauce as you cook.
Drizzle honey over the kebabs while grilling for extra sweetness.
Cook until you see nice grill marks and everything is hot.

Your Spam kebabs are ready! Serve them with a side salad for a tasty meal. These make great appetizers for parties or a fun main dish for your next cookout.

Spam Omelet

You’ll need:

2 eggs
1 tablespoon milk
Salt and pepper to taste
1 teaspoon butter
2 slices of Spam, diced
1/4 cup diced bell peppers
1/4 cup diced onions
1/4 cup shredded cheese (optional)

Here’s how to make it:

Whisk the eggs, milk, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add Spam, peppers, and onions. Cook until Spam is crispy and veggies are soft.
Pour the egg mixture into the skillet. As it sets, gently push the edges toward the center.
When the omelet is almost set, add cheese if you like.
Fold the omelet in half and slide onto a plate.

Spam Pasta Carbonara

Here’s what you’ll need:

1 can of SPAM, cubed
8 oz spaghetti
2 eggs
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup grated Pecorino Romano cheese
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
Chopped parsley for garnish

Now let’s make it!

Cook the spaghetti in salted water until al dente. Save 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
While the pasta cooks, fry the SPAM cubes in olive oil until crispy. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
In a bowl, whisk eggs and cheeses together.
Toss the hot pasta with the SPAM and garlic. Remove from heat.
Quickly stir in the egg and cheese mixture. Add pasta water if needed for a creamy sauce.
Season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle with parsley.

Enjoy your tasty Spam Pasta Carbonara!

Spam Grilled Cheese

You’ll need:

2 slices of bread
2 slices of Spam
2 slices of cheese (cheddar or American work great)
1 tablespoon butter

Here’s how to make it:

Heat a skillet over medium heat.
Fry the Spam slices for about 3 minutes on each side until they’re crispy and golden brown.
Remove the Spam from the skillet and set aside.
Butter one side of each bread slice.
Place one slice of bread in the skillet, butter side down.
Layer a slice of cheese, the crispy Spam, and another slice of cheese on top of the bread.
Top with the second slice of bread, butter side up.
Cook for 2-3 minutes until the bottom is golden brown.
Flip the sandwich and cook for another 2-3 minutes until the cheese is melty and the other side is golden brown.
Cut in half and enjoy your crispy, cheesy Spam sandwich!

Spam Quesadilla

Here’s what you’ll need:

1 can of SPAM, sliced thin
4 large flour tortillas
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup diced bell peppers
1/4 cup diced onion
2 tablespoons olive oil

Let’s make it:

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add SPAM slices and cook until lightly browned, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
In the same skillet, sauté bell peppers and onions until softened, about 5 minutes.
Place a tortilla in the skillet. Sprinkle cheese on half of it, then add SPAM and veggies. Fold the other half over.
Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and cheese is melted.
Repeat with remaining ingredients to make more quesadillas.
Cut into wedges and serve hot. Enjoy your tasty Spam quesadilla!

Spam Jambalaya

Get ready to spice up your meal with this tasty Spam jambalaya! Here’s what you’ll need:

Ingredients:

1 can of Spam, diced
1 onion, chopped
1 green pepper, diced
2 celery stalks, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 can diced tomatoes
1 cup rice
2 cups chicken broth
1 bay leaf
Cajun seasoning to taste
Chopped parsley (optional)

Directions:

Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced Spam, onion, green pepper, celery, and garlic. Cook until the veggies are tender.
Pour in the tomatoes, chicken broth, and rice. Add the bay leaf and Cajun seasoning. Give it a good stir.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then cover and reduce heat. Let it simmer for about 20 minutes or until the rice is cooked through.
Remove the bay leaf before serving. If you like, sprinkle some chopped parsley on top for a pop of color.

Enjoy your homemade Spam jambalaya! It’s a quick and easy meal that’s sure to satisfy your cravings for something savory and filling.

Spam Fritters

Ready to try a tasty British classic? Spam fritters are easy to make and oh-so-delicious! Here’s what you’ll need:

Ingredients:

1 can of Spam, sliced
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup beer
1 egg
Salt and pepper to taste
Oil for frying

Now, let’s get cooking!

Mix the flour, beer, egg, salt, and pepper in a bowl until smooth.
Heat oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F (175°C).
Dip each Spam slice in the batter, coating it completely.
Carefully lower the battered Spam into the hot oil.
Fry for 2-3 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
Serve hot and enjoy your crispy Spam fritters!

You can pair these with chips (fries) for a true British experience. Don’t forget to sprinkle some salt over them while they’re still hot!