Easiest Baked Spam
Discover the ultimate comfort food with this 'Easiest Baked Spam' recipe, a quick and flavorful way to elevate a simple pantry staple. Featuring tender slices of Spam coated in a rich, savory-sweet glaze made of brown sugar, honey, soy sauce, garlic powder, and black pepper, this dish bakes to perfection in just 25 minutes. The innovative "fan" slicing technique ensures every bite is infused with caramelized goodness, while the basting process creates a golden, sticky finish. Perfect as a warm side dish or served atop steamed rice, this effortless recipe is a budget-friendly crowd pleaser ideal for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. With only 5 minutes of prep time, this dish proves that delicious doesn't have to be complicated!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 can (12 oz) Spam
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
- 0.5 teaspoons Garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a small baking dish with foil for easy cleanup.
Remove the Spam from the can and place it on a cutting board. Slice the Spam into 1/4-inch thick slices, but do not cut all the way through. Leave the bottom intact to create a 'fan' shape that holds together.
In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar, honey, soy sauce, garlic powder, and ground black pepper until smooth.
Place the Spam in the prepared baking dish and gently open the slices slightly to allow the glaze to seep in.
Using a spoon or brush, liberally apply the glaze over the Spam, ensuring it gets between the slices and coats the entire surface.
Bake the Spam in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, basting with the glaze every 10 minutes, until the top is caramelized and slightly crispy.
Remove from the oven and let it cool for a couple of minutes before serving. Slice completely if desired and serve warm as a side dish or on top of steamed rice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1144 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 85.4 g | 109% | |
| Saturated Fat | 30.2 g | 151% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 9.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 258 mg | 86% | |
| Sodium | 4119 mg | 179% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 48.9 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.8 g | ||
| Protein | 44.4 g | 89% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 26 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 2029 mg | 43% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
