Spam Musubi – The Ultimate Grab-and-Go Snack!

Crispy, caramelized Spam. Perfectly sticky rice. A hit of umami from furikake and nori. Spam Musubi is the Hawaiian snack that’s part sushi, part comfort food, and 100% addictive.

It’s ridiculously easy to make, uses just a handful of pantry-friendly ingredients, and stays fresh for hours—making it the ultimate portable bite. Whether you’re packing lunch, craving a quick snack, or just need a taste of island life, this recipe will have you hooked from the first bite. Let’s get rolling!

Spam Musubi Recipe

Spam musubi is a beloved Hawaiian snack that combines savory, marinated Spam with seasoned rice, all wrapped in nori for a portable, delicious bite.

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Course: Appetizer

Cuisine: Hawaiian / Japanese Fusion

Keyword: Spam Musubi

Prep Time: 25

Cook Time: 25

Total Time: 50

Servings:

Calories: 297kcal

Ingredients

1 can (12-oz.) Spam
½ cup teriyaki sauce
2 cups Japanese short-grain rice
8 (2"-wide) strips nori
4 tbsp furikake seasoning
Nonstick cooking spray

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Spam

Remove Spam from the can, rinse the can, and set it aside.
Slice Spam into 8 equal pieces and place in a large bowl.
Pour teriyaki sauce over the Spam, ensuring all pieces are coated. Marinate for 15 minutes.

Step 2: Cook the Spam

Arrange Spam in a single layer in an air fryer basket (reserve marinade).
Air-fry at 400°F, flipping halfway, until glazed and warmed through (6-8 minutes).

Step 3: Cook the Rice

Rinse rice under cool water three times and strain.
In a medium pot, combine rice with 2 ½ cups water. Bring to a boil, then cover and reduce heat to low.
Cook until the water is absorbed and rice is slightly overcooked for stickiness (about 20 minutes).

Step 4: Prepare the Sauce

Transfer the reserved marinade to a small pot and bring to a boil.
Simmer, stirring occasionally, until thickened (about 2 minutes).

Step 5: Assemble the Musubi

Lightly coat the inside of the Spam can with nonstick spray.
Press about ⅓ cup of rice into the can to mold it. Invert onto a sheet of nori. If the rice doesn’t hold its shape, freeze for 10 minutes.
Sprinkle furikake over the rice, top with Spam, and brush with thickened teriyaki sauce.
Wrap nori around the rice and Spam, dampening one end to seal.

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Tips for the Best Spam Musubi:

Use short-grain rice for better stickiness.
Line the Spam can with plastic wrap if you’re worried about rice sticking.
Customize it! Try adding a drizzle of spicy mayo or different seasonings.

Enjoy your homemade Spam musubi! 🍙 Let us know how yours turned out!