Super Simple Ryu Soo-young Style Spam Mayo Rice Bowl
How to Make Ryu Soo-young’s Spam Rice Bowl from ‘Pyeonstorang’
We’ve detailed how to easily recreate Ryu Soo-young’s popular spam mayo rice bowl, featured on the TV show ‘Pyeonstorang’, right in your own kitchen. The savory spam, sweet onions, and fragrant garlic create a rice-topping that’s incredibly addictive! The addition of a rich egg yolk elevates the flavor profile even further, making it a truly satisfying meal.
Main Ingredients
- Spam 100g (approx. 1/3 can)
- 1 bowl of warm cooked rice
- 1 egg yolk
- 1/2 medium onion
- 1 Tbsp minced garlic
- 2 Tbsp cooking oil
- Pinch of parsley flakes (optional)
Seasoning Sauce
- 1 Tbsp sugar
- 2 Tbsp soy sauce
- 1 Tbsp sugar
- 2 Tbsp soy sauce
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare all the ingredients needed for the recipe. Take out the spam, peel and wash the onion. Ensure you have a fresh egg ready. This initial step makes starting your cooking journey smooth and hassle-free.
Step 2
Place the spam into a resealable plastic bag. Gently mash the spam with your hands until it’s broken into bite-sized pieces. This method helps distribute the spam’s saltiness and fat evenly, making it even more delicious. Aim for pieces that retain a bit of texture rather than completely pureeing it.
Step 3
Peel and finely mince the prepared onion. Finely minced onion will meld beautifully with the spam when stir-fried, and will provide a pleasant texture when mixed with the rice. Using a knife or a mandoline slicer can make this process easier.
Step 4
Carefully crack a fresh egg and separate only the yolk. You can save the egg white for other dishes or store it separately. The yolk, which will provide a rich and creamy element to the rice bowl, should be placed in a small bowl for later use.
Step 5
Heat 2 tablespoons of cooking oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the mashed spam and stir-fry until it becomes golden brown and slightly crispy, almost like deep-frying. Once the spam is lightly fried, add the minced onion and minced garlic. Continue to stir-fry until the onion becomes translucent and fragrant. Sautéing until the garlic aroma is prominent is key.
Step 6
When the spam and onion are well sautéed, add 1 tablespoon of sugar and stir to coat everything evenly. The sugar will caramelize slightly, adding a touch of sweetness. Then, push the sautéed mixture to one side of the pan and pour in 2 tablespoons of soy sauce into the empty space. Let the soy sauce bubble and sizzle; this process will impart a wonderful ‘wok hei’ or smoky flavor, enhancing the umami. This step blends the soy sauce and spam flavors for a deep, delicious taste.
Step 7
Now it’s time to assemble your rice bowl! Fill a serving bowl generously with warm cooked rice. Top the rice with a hearty portion of the delicious spam and onion mixture. Gently place the reserved egg yolk in the center of the topping. Finally, sprinkle with parsley flakes or sesame seeds, if desired, for a beautiful presentation. This completes your impressive Ryu Soo-young spam rice bowl! It’s absolutely delicious when mixed together.
