Gluten-Free Crispy Fried Spam
Satisfy your craving for crispy and savory bites with this mouthwatering Gluten-Free Crispy Fried Spam! Perfectly seasoned and coated in a light, gluten-free batter made from all-purpose flour, cornstarch, and cold sparkling water, these golden-brown Spam slices achieve an irresistibly crunchy exterior while staying flavorful and tender inside. This quick and easy recipe, ready in just 25 minutes, is ideal as a crowd-pleasing appetizer or a hearty pairing with rice and salad. With a short ingredient list and the magic of deep-frying, this dish offers a creative way to elevate Spam into a gluten-free comfort food you'll want to make on repeat.
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Ingredients
- 12 oz Spam
- 0.5 cup Gluten-free all-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup Cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 1 large Egg
- 0.75 cup Cold sparkling water
- 2 cups Vegetable oil
Directions
Step 1
Begin by cutting the Spam into even slices, about 1/4 inch thick. You should have about 8-10 slices.
Step 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together the gluten-free all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, and black pepper.
Step 3
In a separate small bowl, beat the egg and then whisk in the cold sparkling water.
Step 4
Create the batter by pouring the wet mixture into the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. The batter should be slightly lumpy; do not overmix.
Step 5
Heat the vegetable oil in a deep pan or wok over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
Step 6
Dip each Spam slice into the batter, allowing excess batter to drip off.
Step 7
Carefully place each battered Spam slice into the hot oil. Fry in batches, if necessary, to avoid overcrowding.
Step 8
Cook the Spam slices for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and crispy.
Step 9
Using a slotted spoon, remove the fried Spam from the oil and transfer them to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
Step 10
Serve immediately as an appetizer, with your choice of dipping sauce, or as a part of a meal with rice or salad.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1121.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 5026.9 |
| Total Fat 512.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 92.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 279.8g | |
| Cholesterol 478.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5280.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 96.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 0.3g | |
| Protein 50.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 135.4IU | 0% |
| Calcium 34.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1997.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories