Southwest Spam Burger with Salsa
Discover a bold twist on classic comfort food with this Southwest Spam Burger with Salsa recipe, a perfect blend of savory, fresh, and zesty flavors. Featuring crispy, pan-seared slices of Spam as the star ingredient, this burger is elevated with layers of deliciousness: crisp romaine lettuce, melty cheddar cheese, and a dollop of creamy mayonnaise. The real showstopper is the vibrant homemade salsa, made with juicy tomatoes, zesty lime juice, jalapeño heat, and a burst of fresh cilantro. All served on lightly toasted hamburger buns, this quick and easy meal is ready in just 25 minutes, making it ideal for busy weeknights or casual grilling gatherings. Perfect for fans of Southwest-inspired cuisine, this fusion burger is a unique crowd-pleaser.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz Spam
- 4 pieces Hamburger buns
- 4 slices Cheddar cheese
- 4 tbsp Mayonnaise
- 4 leaves Romaine lettuce
- 1 large Tomato
- 0.5 medium Red onion
- 0.25 cup Cilantro
- 1 small Jalapeño
- 1 tbsp Lime juice
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Ground black pepper
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
Instructions
Start by preparing the salsa: Dice the tomato, red onion, and jalapeño into small pieces, and finely chop the cilantro.
In a bowl, combine the diced tomato, red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, lime juice, salt, and black pepper. Mix well and set aside to let the flavors meld.
Remove the Spam from its can and slice it into 4 equal rectangular slices, roughly 3/8-inch thick.
Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the Spam slices and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until crispy and golden brown. Remove from skillet and set aside.
Lightly toast the hamburger buns in the same skillet or toaster to give them a slight crunch.
To assemble the burgers: Spread 1 tablespoon of mayonnaise on the bottom half of each bun. Place a romaine lettuce leaf on top, followed by one crispy Spam slice.
Top each Spam slice with a slice of cheddar cheese, a generous scoop of fresh salsa, and finally the top half of the bun.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Southwest Spam Burger with Salsa!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2436 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 187.9 g | 241% | |
| Saturated Fat | 60.4 g | 302% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 10.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 398 mg | 133% | |
| Sodium | 8127 mg | 353% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 118.1 g | 43% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 59.5 g | 212% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.5 g | ||
| Protein | 121.7 g | 243% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 533 mg | 41% | |
| Iron | 8.6 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 2711 mg | 58% | |
*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.
