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Spam Tacos

Yes, this dish is made with Spam. I use the low-sodium version. These Spam tacos are quick, easy, and delicious. I also made Mexican rice as a side dish to go with them. You can also top your tacos with sour cream, guacamole, or salsa.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course lunch/dinner
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 8 people
Calories 3164.4 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Cheese Grater
  • 1 Large Skillet
  • 1 Spatula or wooden spoon
  • 1 Chef's knife
  • 1 Cutting Board

Ingredients
  

Main

  • 1 12 ounce can lite luncheon meat (such as Spam®)
  • cooking spray
  • ½ 1.25 ounce package taco seasoning mix, or more to taste
  • 2 tablespoons water or more as needed
  • 8 6 inch flour tortillas
  • 8 ounces shredded lettuce
  • 8 ounces Cheddar cheese shredded
  • 2 2.25 ounce cans sliced olives, drained
  • 1 small tomato diced
  • 1 small onion diced

Instructions
 

  • Shred luncheon meat onto a large plate using a cheese grater.
  • Spray a large skillet with cooking spray and heat over medium-high heat. Add shredded luncheon meat; cook and stir until it begins to brown, about 5 minutes. Stir in taco seasoning and water. Cook and stir until luncheon meat is evenly seasoned and lightly browned, 5 to 7 minutes. Reduce heat to low to keep warm.
  • Spray another skillet with cooking spray and heat over medium-high heat. Place 1 tortilla in the skillet and cook until heated through, about 30 seconds per side. Repeat with remaining tortillas.
  • Top warm tortillas with luncheon meat, lettuce, Cheddar cheese, olives, tomato, and onion.

Notes

1. Ensure the shredded Spam achieves a deep golden-brown crust in the skillet; this Maillard reaction significantly enhances its savory depth, crucial for balancing the richness. Avoid overcrowding the pan. 2. When adding taco seasoning, consider dry-toasting it briefly in the skillet before adding water to bloom the spices for a more intense flavor profile. 3. Warm tortillas just until pliable; overcooking will make them brittle. Keep them covered in a tortilla warmer or foil to maintain heat and softness until serving. 4. Don't hesitate to elevate these tacos with fresh garnishes like fresh lime juice, cilantro, or a vibrant pico de gallo to cut through the richness of the Spam.