Nauru Spam and Corned Beef Fried Rice
A hearty and convenient fried rice dish that highlights the popularity of canned meats like Spam and corned beef in Nauru due to their affordability and long shelf life. This dish is a staple, often prepared with readily available vegetables.
🧂 Ingredients
- 4 cups Cooked rice(preferably day-old, cold)
- 200 g Spam(diced)
- 200 g Corned beef(diced)
- 1 small Onion(finely chopped)
- 2 cloves Garlic(minced)
- 1 medium Carrots(diced)
- 0.5 cup Peas(frozen or fresh)
- 3 tbsp Soy sauce
- 1 tsp Sesame oil
- 2 tbsp Vegetable oil
- 2 large Eggs(lightly beaten)
- to taste Salt and pepper
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Heat 1 tbsp of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the diced Spam and corned beef and cook until browned and slightly crispy. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- 2
Add the remaining 1 tbsp of vegetable oil to the skillet. Add the chopped onion and sauté until softened, about 3 minutes.
- 3
Add the minced garlic and diced carrots. Cook for another 3-4 minutes until carrots are tender-crisp.
- 4
Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet. Pour the beaten eggs onto the empty side and scramble until just cooked. Break up the scrambled eggs and mix with the vegetables.
- 5
Add the cold cooked rice to the skillet. Break up any clumps with your spatula.
- 6
Add the cooked Spam and corned beef, and the peas to the skillet. Pour the soy sauce and sesame oil over the rice mixture.
- 7
Stir-fry everything together for 5-7 minutes, ensuring the rice is heated through and well combined with the other ingredients. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 8
Serve hot.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Using day-old, cold rice is key to achieving a good fried rice texture; fresh rice tends to be too moist.
- ✓Ensure your skillet or wok is hot before adding ingredients to prevent sticking and achieve a good sear.
- ✓Feel free to add other vegetables like green beans, bell peppers, or corn.
✨ Twist Ideas
Inspiration for your own version of this recipe
- Add a dash of oyster sauce for extra umami.
- Top with a fried egg before serving.