Low Sodium Spam Musubi

Give a classic Hawaiian favorite a healthier twist with this Low Sodium Spam Musubi recipe! Featuring tender slices of low sodium Spam caramelized in a reduced sodium soy sauce and honey glaze, this dish is the perfect blend of savory and sweet. Paired with fluffy, vinegared rice and wrapped in crisp nori sheets, each bite bursts with irresistible flavor while being lower in sodium to suit your dietary needs. Whether you’re using a musubi mold or getting creative with the classic Spam can, this recipe is easy to assemble and perfect for meal prepping, picnics, or on-the-go snacks. With just a handful of ingredients and 50 minutes from start to finish, you’ll have 8 irresistible musubi servings ready to enjoy. Make this better-for-you version of Spam Musubi your next go-to comfort food!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 can Low sodium Spam
• 2 cups Rice
• 2.5 cups Water
• 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Sugar
• 3 tablespoons Reduced sodium soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 4 full sheets Nori sheets
• 1 teaspoon Cooking oil

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch. Combine the rice and 2.5 cups of water in a rice cooker or stovetop pot. Cook according to your rice cooker instructions, or bring to a boil on the stovetop, then cover and simmer on low until cooked (approximately 20 minutes). Let it cool slightly.

Step 2

In a small saucepan over low heat, combine rice vinegar, sugar, and a pinch of salt (optional). Heat until sugar dissolves. Remove from heat and fold into cooked rice gently for even distribution.

Step 3

Remove the low sodium Spam from its can and slice it into 8 equal pieces.

Step 4

In a small bowl, mix the reduced sodium soy sauce and honey until combined.

Step 5

Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add 1 teaspoon of cooking oil. Place the Spam slices into the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until lightly browned.

Step 6

Brush the soy sauce and honey mixture over the Spam slices, allowing it to caramelize slightly in the pan for an additional minute per side. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 7

Cut each nori sheet into 2 long strips. Place a strip of plastic wrap or parchment paper on a clean surface to work with the musubi.

Step 8

Using a musubi mold or the cleaned Spam can as a mold, press a layer of rice (approximately 1/4 cup) into the bottom. Add a slice of cooked Spam on top, then add a final layer of rice (optional, depending on your preferred ratio). Press down firmly to compact.

Step 9

Wrap a strip of nori around the completed musubi, using a dab of water on the edge of the nori to seal it. Repeat this process for the remaining slices of Spam and rice.

Step 10

Serve immediately, or wrap in plastic wrap to keep fresh. Enjoy as a snack or meal!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1382.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1607.6

Total Fat 91.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 31.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 9.4g
Cholesterol 258.5mg	0%
Sodium 6159.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 136.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.6g	0%
Total Sugars 30.2g
Protein 57.4g	0%

Vitamin D 81.6IU	0%
Calcium 103.1mg	0%
Iron 7.5mg	0%
Potassium 2409.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 51.5%

Protein: 14.4%

Carbs: 34.2%