Gluten-Free Crispy Fried Spam
Get ready to experience the ultimate spin on comfort food with this irresistible Gluten-Free Crispy Fried Spam recipe! Perfectly seasoned and coated in a light, bubbly batter made with gluten-free flour, cornstarch, and sparkling water, each slice of Spam is fried to golden, crunchy perfection. This quick yet satisfying dish, ready in just 25 minutes, is a fantastic appetizer or main course option, suitable for gluten-free diets. Serve these crispy, savory bites fresh from the skillet with your favorite dipping sauces or alongside rice and salad for a complete meal. Easy to make and full of flavor, this fried Spam recipe is bound to become your go-to for something deliciously indulgent!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz Spam
- 0.5 cup Gluten-free all-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup Cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 1 large Egg
- 0.75 cup Cold sparkling water
- 2 cups Vegetable oil
Instructions
Begin by cutting the Spam into even slices, about 1/4 inch thick. You should have about 8-10 slices.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the gluten-free all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, and black pepper.
In a separate small bowl, beat the egg and then whisk in the cold sparkling water.
Create the batter by pouring the wet mixture into the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. The batter should be slightly lumpy; do not overmix.
Heat the vegetable oil in a deep pan or wok over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
Dip each Spam slice into the batter, allowing excess batter to drip off.
Carefully place each battered Spam slice into the hot oil. Fry in batches, if necessary, to avoid overcrowding.
Cook the Spam slices for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and crispy.
Using a slotted spoon, remove the fried Spam from the oil and transfer them to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
Serve immediately as an appetizer, with your choice of dipping sauce, or as a part of a meal with rice or salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5027 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 512.1 g | 657% | |
| Saturated Fat | 92.1 g | 460% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 279.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 478 mg | 159% | |
| Sodium | 5280 mg | 230% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 96.6 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.9 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.3 g | ||
| Protein | 50.7 g | 101% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.4 mcg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 35 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 3.7 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 1998 mg | 42% | |
*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.
