Spam and Seaweed Stir-Fried Noodles: A Flavorful Home-Style Recipe
Delicious and Satisfying Meal: Spam and Seaweed Stir-Fried Noodles
Say goodbye to ordinary ramen! Experience a new level of ramen with this stir-fried noodle recipe that enhances its deep and rich umami flavor by adding spam and seaweed. It’s a simple yet fantastic meal.
Ingredients
- 1 pack Ramen noodles
- A moderate amount of green onion (about 30g)
- A moderate amount of cut soaked seaweed (about 50g or 10g dried seaweed)
- A moderate amount of Spam (about 50g)
- 1 Tbsp cooking oil
- 4 Tbsp noodle water (water used to boil noodles)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, finely chop the green onions and cut the Spam into bite-sized pieces. Tip: Rinse the unopened Spam can under water before opening to reduce its sodium content.
Step 2
Bring a pot of water to a boil. Once boiling, add the ramen noodles and the cut Spam. Cook the noodles for just half the time until they are slightly firm (al dente). This prevents the noodles from becoming mushy or sticky when stir-fried.
Step 3
While the noodles are boiling, heat 1 Tbsp of cooking oil in a pan over medium-low heat. Add the chopped green onions and stir-fry until fragrant and lightly golden, creating a delicious scallion oil. This oil will elevate the flavor of the noodles and other ingredients.
Step 4
Add the soaked seaweed to the pan with the scallions and stir-fry for about 2-3 minutes until the seaweed softens and becomes slightly toasted. This enhances its nutty flavor. If using dried seaweed, soak it in cold water for 20-30 minutes, then squeeze out excess water before using.
Step 5
Drain the partially cooked ramen and Spam, then add them to the pan. Pour in 4 Tbsp (about 60ml) of the noodle water. The starch in the water helps the sauce coat the noodles evenly and adds moisture.
Step 6
Add the ramen soup powder according to your preference. I usually use about 2/3 of the packet’s contents, but feel free to add the whole packet if you prefer a saltier taste.
Step 7
Now, stir-fry everything over high heat for 1-2 minutes until the sauce coats the noodles well and everything is thoroughly combined. Transfer the delicious stir-fried noodles to a serving bowl.
Step 8
Enjoy this Spam and seaweed stir-fried ramen, bursting with rich flavors! You won’t be able to stop after the first bite. Enjoy this delightful meal with your whole family!
