Sweet Sour Spam
Transform dinner into a tropical delight with this quick and flavorful Sweet & Sour Spam recipe! Perfect for weeknight meals, this dish pairs crispy, golden-browned Spam with vibrant red and green bell peppers, juicy pineapple chunks, and a luscious homemade sweet-and-sour sauce bursting with tangy ketchup, zesty rice vinegar, and a touch of brown sugar sweetness. Ready in just 35 minutes, this stir-fry-style recipe is cooked in a single skillet, making cleanup a breeze. Serve over fluffy white rice or noodles for a hearty meal that balances savory and sweet in every bite. Whether you’re a fan of classic Spam or looking for creative ways to use pantry staples, this vibrant recipe offers a delicious and nostalgic twist on a takeout favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz Spam (original or low-sodium)
- 1 Red bell pepper
- 1 Green bell pepper
- 1 cup Pineapple chunks (canned, drained)
- 2 tbsp Vegetable oil
- 2 Garlic cloves, minced
- 0.25 cup Ketchup
- 3 tbsp Rice vinegar
- 2 tbsp Soy sauce
- 2 tbsp Brown sugar
- 1 tbsp Cornstarch
- 2 tbsp Water
- 4 cups Cooked white rice or noodles (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Cut the Spam into bite-sized cubes.
Dice the red and green bell peppers into small, bite-sized pieces.
Drain the canned pineapple chunks and set them aside.
In a small bowl, whisk together the ketchup, rice vinegar, soy sauce, and brown sugar to create the sweet and sour sauce. Set aside.
In another small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Set aside.
Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the vegetable oil.
Once the oil is hot, add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the cubed Spam to the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the edges are golden and slightly crispy.
Add the diced bell peppers and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until the peppers are slightly softened.
Add the pineapple chunks to the skillet and stir to combine.
Pour the sweet and sour sauce over the mixture and stir well to coat all the ingredients.
Slowly add the cornstarch slurry to the skillet, stirring continuously. Allow the sauce to thicken, which should take about 1-2 minutes.
Remove the skillet from heat and serve the Sweet and Sour Spam over cooked white rice or noodles, if desired.
Garnish with chopped green onions or sesame seeds, if preferred, and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2728 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 126.7 g | 162% | |
| Saturated Fat | 41.2 g | 206% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 17.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 243 mg | 81% | |
| Sodium | 4956 mg | 215% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 320.1 g | 116% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.7 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 70.5 g | ||
| Protein | 71.0 g | 142% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 167 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 6.3 mg | 35% | |
| Potassium | 1723 mg | 37% | |
*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.
