Heart-Healthy Crispy Fried Spam
Transform your favorite comfort food with our "Heart-Healthy Crispy Fried Spam" recipe—a reinvented classic that’s big on flavor yet mindful of your health. Featuring low-sodium Spam coated in a crunchy, herb-spiced blend of ground oats and whole wheat flour, this dish swaps traditional frying oils for a light olive oil spray, making it a guilt-free indulgence. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and easy recipe uses wholesome ingredients like garlic powder, paprika, and egg whites to create a perfectly crisp exterior without compromising on heart-conscious choices. Serve these golden-brown slices as a nutritious snack, a protein-packed addition to salads, or a creative side dish. Whether you're craving nostalgia or a quick healthy twist, this recipe delivers on flavor and texture while keeping your wellness goals in check!
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Ingredients
- 1 can Low-sodium Spam
- 1 cup Oats
- 0.5 cup Whole wheat flour
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Paprika
- 2 Egg whites
- 0 Olive oil spray
Directions
Step 1
Open the can of low-sodium Spam and remove it from the can. Slice the Spam into 1/4-inch thick slices.
Step 2
In a food processor, pulse the oats until they become a fine flour. Transfer the oat flour into a shallow dish.
Step 3
Add whole wheat flour, ground black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika to the oat flour. Stir until well combined.
Step 4
In another shallow dish, beat the egg whites until frothy.
Step 5
Dip each slice of Spam into the egg whites, making sure both sides are coated.
Step 6
Then, dredge each slice in the oat and flour mixture, pressing gently to ensure the coating sticks evenly.
Step 7
Place a non-stick skillet over medium heat and lightly coat the surface with olive oil spray.
Step 8
Once the skillet is hot, place the coated Spam slices in the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crispy.
Step 9
Remove from skillet and place on a paper towel-lined plate to remove excess oil.
Step 10
Serve hot as a delicious, heart-healthier take on a classic fried Spam dish.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (549.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1645.5 |
| Total Fat 103.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 37.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.8g | |
| Cholesterol 242.9mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3640.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 107.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 16.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 7.7g | |
| Protein 68.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 75.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1166.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories