Spam, Eggs, and Rice (Tornado Eggs)
On my recent trip to Vegas, I stopped by Zippys, which is a huge Hawaiian chain restaurant and had their spam eggs and rice plate . While yes, I was hung over and enjoyed this plate very much — it was a little more on the basic side side for me . So let me show you how I make my version of this dish at home just a little bit more elevated !
What You’ll Need:
What you’ll need :
Servings 3
can of spam
Six eggs
1 teaspoon sesame oil
2 teaspoons of honey
black pepper
2-3 stalks green onions (sliced)
1 tsp hot Maggie seasoning (or golden mountain seasoning)
Thai chili peppers (optional)
1 1/2 cups cooked rice
Unagi sauce
Furikake seasoning
Instructions:
1. Slice the Spam: Cut the Spam into your desired shape—long slices work well.
2. Cook the Spam: Heat a large pan on high. Add the Spam (no oil needed since it will release its own).
3. Fry Until Golden: Stir occasionally until the Spam becomes golden and crispy.
4. Add Sesame Oil: Turn off the heat and drizzle a bit of sesame oil over the Spam. Mix well.
5. Drain and Cool: Transfer the Spam to a wire rack to cool and drain any excess oil.
6. Prepare the Eggs: Crack eggs into a bowl. Add honey, black pepper, and sliced green onions. Whisk until well combined. (Add sliced thai chili pepper if you want it extra spicy).
7. Cook the Eggs: Using the same pan, set the heat to low.
8. Add the Eggs: Pour the egg mixture into the pan. Let it sit undisturbed for 30 seconds.
9. Create the Tornado Egg: When the edges begin to set, turn off the heat. Use chopsticks to gently push in the edges, working one corner at a time to create a swirling, “tornado” shape.
10. Assemble the Bowl: Place two scoops of rice in a bowl and gently slide the tornado egg on top.
11. Add the Spam: Arrange the crispy Spam on the side.
12. Season: Drizzle hot Maggi or Golden Mountain seasoning over the egg, followed drizzle usage sauce, and a sprinkle of furikake..
13. Serve: Enjoy immediately, with Sriracha if you like some heat!
