Potato Spam Skillet Wimpy Fries
Satisfy your comfort food cravings with this irresistible Potato Spam Skillet Wimpy Fries recipe! Combining crispy, golden-brown Russet potatoes and savory, caramelized Spam, this one-pan wonder is elevated with a sprinkling of smoked paprika, garlic powder, and rich cheddar cheese for a flavor-packed bite every time. Perfect for busy weeknights, this quick and easy skillet meal is ready in just 30 minutes and offers the ultimate blend of crunch, creaminess, and smoky saltiness. A final garnish of fresh parsley adds brightness, making it just as visually appealing as it is delicious. Serve it as a hearty solo dish or a crowd-pleasing side—this recipe is comfort food redefined!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 medium Russet potatoes
- 12 ounces Spam
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon Chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
Wash the potatoes thoroughly and dice them into small bite-sized cubes, leaving the skin on for added texture and flavor.
Cut the Spam into cubes roughly the same size as the diced potatoes for even cooking.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add olive oil and butter. Let the butter melt and combine with the oil.
Add the diced potatoes to the skillet and spread them out in a single layer. Cook undisturbed for 5 minutes to allow for browning.
Flip the potatoes using a spatula and continue to cook them, stirring occasionally, for another 5 minutes until they are golden brown and tender.
Push the potatoes to one side of the skillet and add the cubed Spam to the empty side. Cook the Spam for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the edges are crispy.
Mix the Spam and potatoes together in the skillet. Season the mixture with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper, stirring to coat evenly.
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the mixture and reduce the heat to low. Cover the skillet with a lid and let the cheese melt for 2-3 minutes.
Once the cheese is melted, remove the skillet from heat and garnish with fresh parsley.
Serve hot as a side dish or main meal. Enjoy your Potato Spam Skillet Wimpy Fries!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2100 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 144.0 g | 185% | |
| Saturated Fat | 53.7 g | 268% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 11.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 350 mg | 117% | |
| Sodium | 5165 mg | 225% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 132.4 g | 48% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.7 g | 38% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.5 g | ||
| Protein | 73.0 g | 146% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 522 mg | 40% | |
| Iron | 9.9 mg | 55% | |
| Potassium | 5008 mg | 107% | |
*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.
