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Spam on the Go

A can of Spam, spaghetti noodles, green onions and garlic all sauteed with soy sauce and sesame oil.
Print Recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course lunch/dinner
Cuisine American
Servings 6 people
Calories 1689.2 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Large Pot For cooking pasta
  • 1 Medium Saucepan For sautéing and combining ingredients
  • 1 Chef's knife For chopping and cubing
  • 1 Cutting Board
  • 1 Spatula or Tongs For stirring and serving

Ingredients
  

Main

  • 1 8 ounce package uncooked spaghetti
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 12 ounce container fully cooked luncheon meat (e.g. Spam), cubed
  • ½ green onion chopped
  • 1 clove garlic chopped
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • ½ cup water
  • ½ tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Instructions
 

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  • Meanwhile, heat vegetable oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add luncheon meat, green onion and garlic and saute until light brown. Stir in cooked spaghetti , then stir in soy sauce, water, sesame oil and pepper. Mix all together, heat through and serve.

Notes

To elevate this simple dish, focus on texture and aromatics. Ensure the Spam is rendered until truly crispy, not just lightly browned, for a superior texture and deeper umami. Add the green onions and garlic after the Spam has crisped to prevent them from burning, allowing their flavors to gently bloom. For an added layer of flavor, consider deglazing the pan with a splash of mirin or rice wine vinegar after sautéing the aromatics. Always cook pasta to a firm al dente, as it will continue to cook slightly when tossed with the hot sauce. A garnish of toasted sesame seeds or a drizzle of chili oil would also provide a delightful finish.