Ultimate Savory Spam and Potato Stir-Fry: A Golden Recipe
Ultimate Savory Spam and Potato Stir-Fry: A Golden Recipe
Spam and Potato Stir-Fry: A Delicious Soy Sauce Braised Potato Recipe
Experience the ultimate umami bomb with this Spam and Potato Stir-Fry recipe! 🙂 This dish combines the irresistible savory flavor of Spam with tender potatoes, creating a truly satisfying meal that’s perfect for any occasion. It’s a fantastic side dish that pairs wonderfully with rice, and we’ll guide you through each step to ensure a delicious outcome.
Main Ingredients- 3 medium potatoes
- 1 can (approx. 200g) Spam
- 1/2 large green onion (scallion)
- 1/2 medium onion
- 1 red chili pepper
- 1 green chili pepper
Seasoning Ingredients- 3 Tbsp cooking oil
- 1 Tbsp minced garlic
- 1 Tbsp brown sugar
- 1 Tbsp corn syrup (or other liquid sweetener)
- 1 Tbsp cooking wine (mirin or cheongju)
- 2 Tbsp soy sauce
- 1 Tbsp oyster sauce
- 1/2 Tbsp anchovy sauce (or fish sauce)
- 200ml water
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil
- Pinch of black pepper
- Pinch of sesame seeds
- 3 Tbsp cooking oil
- 1 Tbsp minced garlic
- 1 Tbsp brown sugar
- 1 Tbsp corn syrup (or other liquid sweetener)
- 1 Tbsp cooking wine (mirin or cheongju)
- 2 Tbsp soy sauce
- 1 Tbsp oyster sauce
- 1/2 Tbsp anchovy sauce (or fish sauce)
- 200ml water
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil
- Pinch of black pepper
- Pinch of sesame seeds
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Prepare all your ingredients by dicing them into similar-sized cubes. This includes the potatoes, Spam, green onion, onion, and chili peppers. Ensuring uniform sizes helps them cook evenly for the best texture.
Step 2
Rinse the diced potatoes under cold running water until the water runs clear. This process removes excess starch, preventing the potatoes from sticking together during cooking and improving their texture.
Step 3
Dice the Spam into cubes roughly the same size as the potatoes. If desired, you can briefly blanch the Spam in boiling water to remove excess fat and impurities, or use it directly.
Step 4
In a small bowl, combine all the seasoning ingredients: brown sugar, corn syrup, cooking wine, soy sauce, oyster sauce, anchovy sauce, and water. Stir well until the sugar is completely dissolved to create a flavorful sauce.
Step 5
Heat the cooking oil in a pot or deep pan over medium-low heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until it becomes fragrant and lightly golden brown. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
Step 6
Once the garlic is fragrant, add the diced potatoes and onion to the pan. Stir-fry for about 2-3 minutes until the potatoes begin to soften slightly and look a bit translucent.
Step 7
Add the diced Spam to the pan and stir gently for another minute. This allows the savory flavor of the Spam to mingle with the other ingredients.
Step 8
Pour the prepared sauce over the ingredients in the pan. Increase the heat to high and bring the mixture to a boil.
Step 9
Once the sauce starts boiling, reduce the heat to medium, cover the pan with a lid, and simmer for 7-8 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and fully cooked. You can check for doneness by piercing a potato with a fork; it should be easily penetrated.
Step 10
Remove the lid and continue to cook over medium heat, allowing the sauce to reduce and thicken slightly. Baste the ingredients with the sauce as it simmers to ensure even flavor distribution.
Step 11
Add the sliced green onion, red chili, and green chili to the pan. Stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes until everything is well combined and the vegetables are slightly tender. The added chilies and green onion will bring freshness and a hint of spice.
Step 12
Turn off the heat and drizzle in the sesame oil. This will add a wonderful nutty aroma and a glossy finish to your stir-fry.
Step 13
Transfer the Spam and Potato Stir-Fry to a serving dish. Sprinkle with sesame seeds for a final touch. Enjoy this delicious dish with a bowl of hot rice!
