Spam Mayo Kimchi Rice Bowl (Baek Jong Won Style)
How to Make a Simple Yet Delicious Spam Mayo Kimchi Rice Bowl at Home
Introducing a recipe for a Spam Mayo Kimchi Rice Bowl that you can enjoy gorgeously at home. Juicy spam, fluffy scrambled eggs, and sweet and sour stir-fried kimchi come together for a fantastic combination. It cuts through any richness and enhances the savory flavors! Whether you mix it all together or enjoy it layered, it’s delicious either way. If you want to temporarily forget about calories, this Spam Mayo Kimchi Rice Bowl is a simple way to create a special meal that will awaken your appetite with its salty and savory taste.
Main Ingredients
- 2 fresh eggs
- 1/3 can Spam (approx. 100g)
- 1/2 cup well-fermented kimchi (drained)
- 3 Tbsp cooking oil
- 1 bowl warm cooked rice
- 1/3 Tbsp brown sugar
- 1/3 Tbsp soy sauce
- A little green onion for garnish
- Mayonnaise, to taste
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, lightly rinse the well-fermented kimchi under running water to adjust its sourness and spiciness. Squeeze out any excess water thoroughly and chop it finely. This will improve the texture when stir-fried.
Step 2
Finely chop the green onions. Since these are mainly for garnish in this recipe, just a small amount is needed. If you don’t have green onions, you can finely mince the white parts of a leek or use parsley flakes or seaweed flakes for added flavor and decoration.
Step 3
Cut the Spam into bite-sized cubes. Cutting them a bit thick will prevent the juices from escaping when cooked, making them more flavorful.
Step 4
Crack 2 fresh eggs into a bowl and gently whisk them until well combined, without creating too much foam. The key to soft scrambled eggs is not to whisk them too vigorously.
Step 5
Pour 1 bowl of warm cooked rice into a nice serving bowl beforehand. The warm rice will help it meld well with the other ingredients.
Step 6
Heat 1 Tbsp of cooking oil in a wide pan over medium-low heat. Pour in the whisked eggs and gently stir with chopsticks or a spatula to create soft, fluffy scrambled eggs. Be careful not to overcook them; tenderness is key.
Step 7
Arrange the cooked scrambled eggs around the edge of the rice bowl, surrounding the rice. Arranging them prettily, like flower petals, will enhance the visual appeal.
Step 8
It’s time to cook the Spam. Add the remaining 2 Tbsp of cooking oil to the same pan. Add the Spam cubes and pan-fry them over medium heat until golden brown and slightly crispy, as if deep-frying. Cooking over medium heat, rather than high heat, will ensure even cooking without burning.
Step 9
Place the nicely browned Spam pieces on top of the rice. The signature salty flavor of Spam will create the best taste when combined with the rice, kimchi, and eggs.
Step 10
Utilize the remaining oil in the pan after cooking the Spam. Reduce the heat to low, add the finely chopped kimchi, 1/3 Tbsp of brown sugar, and 1/3 Tbsp of soy sauce. Stir-fry until it becomes sweet and savory. If the kimchi is too sour, you can increase the sugar slightly.
Step 11
Add the delicious stir-fried kimchi on top of the rice, next to the Spam and eggs. The color combination is also very appealing.
Step 12
We’re almost done! Drizzle mayonnaise over the rice, Spam, kimchi, and eggs in a zigzag pattern or a circular motion. You can adjust the amount of mayonnaise to your liking.
Step 13
Finally, sprinkle the chopped green onions on top for a beautifully presented and flavorful Spam Mayo Kimchi Rice Bowl! Enjoy your meal.
