SPAM

[Tokoloshe Safaris]

No not that kind, just good old Hormell spam. A can behind the seat or in the back pack has provided meals in temps from minus 50 to +50. Sea level to 35,000 ft.. Although the last one I attempted to take on a plane, they said I could use the lid as a knife.

I haven’t been able to eat lately nothing goes down and stays. So far so good and it expired in 2022.

Lon

 

[Ridge Runner]

No not that kind, just good old Hormell spam. A can behind the seat or in the back pack has provided meals in temps from minus 50 to +50. Sea level to 35,000 ft.. Although the last one I attempted to take on a plane, they said I could use the lid as a knife.

I haven’t been able to eat lately nothing goes down and stays. So far so good and it expired in 2022.

Lon

I'm not much for spam. But I do like its counterpart treat. Add it to a can of pork n beans, navy beans, or ramen and it makes a good meal, especially during those hunts afield.

 

[Tokoloshe Safaris]

I'm not much for spam. But I do like its counterpart treat. Add it to a can of pork n beans, navy beans, or ramen and it makes a good meal, especially during those hunts afield.

Agree, I pass on spam tacos

 

[LimbNoMo]

My grandmother made an amazing SPAM sandwich. Sliced and cast-iron grilled SPAM, toasted white bread, Miracle Whip, lettuce, and tomato. I haven't had SPAM since.

 

[Velo Dog]

No not that kind, just good old Hormell spam. A can behind the seat or in the back pack has provided meals in temps from minus 50 to +50. Sea level to 35,000 ft.. Although the last one I attempted to take on a plane, they said I could use the lid as a knife.

I haven’t been able to eat lately nothing goes down and stays. So far so good and it expired in 2022.

Lon

Hi Lon,

Since Alaska is the 2nd highest per capita consumer of Spam and I’ve lived here 42 years now, indeed I do eat Spam.
(Guam is #1 and Hawaii #3).

About 30 years ago, our Hawaiian neighbors introduced me to what has become my favorite Spam recipe’ .
They call it “Musubi”.

It is simply a slice of spam, well fried then, pressed against a rectangle of white rice and wrapped with what is not quite accurately referred to as “roasted seaweed” in English.
In Japanese, it is called “Nori”.

This “roasted seaweed” is not seaweed at all but actually farm raised algae, processed into paper thin sheets and dried.
(Not that what it’s called is especially important).
The main thing is that Nori is very tasty and is also healthy to eat.

My 2nd favorite way to enjoy Spam is to simply fry a slice or two of it and then place a fried egg on top.

Cheers for now,
Paul.

 

[Tokoloshe Safaris]

Hi Lon,

Since Alaska is the 2nd highest per capita consumer of Spam and I’ve lived here 42 years now, indeed I do eat Spam.
(Guam is #1 and Hawaii #3).

About 30 years ago, our Hawaiian neighbors introduced me to what has become my favorite Spam recipe’ .
They call it “Musubi”.

It is simply a slice of spam, well fried then, pressed against a rectangle of white rice and wrapped with what is not quite accurately referred to as “roasted seaweed” in English.
In Japanese, it is called “Nori”.

This “roasted seaweed” is not seaweed at all but actually farm raised algae, processed into paper thin sheets and dried.
(Not that what it’s called is especially important).
The main thing is that Nori is very tasty and is also healthy to eat.

My 2nd favorite way to enjoy Spam is to simply fry a slice or two of it and then place a fried egg on top.

Cheers for now,
Paul.

I would never had guessed Alaska as being a high consumer of Spam? Any idea how that took place.

Sometimes it can literally a life savor. Once fell thru a beaver dam and got soaked, fortunately I had hot water in my tent then Top Ramen spam chunks.

Lon

 

[BeeMaa]

I have enjoyed Spam sushi and Spam ramen were staples in my diet for a while. Also liked the fried Spam sandwich with mustard, lettuce and tomato.

 

[375 Ruger Fan]

I would never had guessed Alaska as being a high consumer of Spam? Any idea how that took place.

Sometimes it can literally a life savor. Once fell thru a beaver dam and got soaked, fortunately I had hot water in my tent then Top Ramen spam chunks.

Lon

Must have something to do with the moose hunt outfitter I used a few years ago. We ate a lot of Spam during the course of that hunt.

 

[WAB]

Spam is huge in Hawaii. It’s even served in McDonald’s.

 

[BeeMaa]

Spam is huge in Hawaii. It’s even served in McDonald’s.

Two all Spam patties, special sauce, lettuce, cheese, pickles, onions on a sesame seed bun?

Spam and canned meat is popular in areas where cattle are in low supply. My father was born and raised in Aruba and he said it was not very common for them to have beef.

 

[Ridge Runner]

Spam is/was a staple food in the military. We rated it slightly higher than powder eggs, liver, and C-rats.

We did have some really good recipes for Spam as a substitute. What we called field arderves:

Cracker, mustard or mayonnaise, thin slice Spam, thin slice cheese, thin slice piece of tomato or olive or pickle.

Substitute a slice of bread for the cracker, cut the bread into 4 squares or triangles.

Then we discovered Treat. Back then; less fat, less other ingredients, better taste, half the costs.

---------------Just Something To Consider-----------------

Constantly kept "emergency rations/food supply" in my vehicle: [often doubles as camp supplies for those spur of the moment unplanned or extended hunting trips] [ kept neatly in a small pack, kids school backpack]

2 cans of treat
2 cans of pork n beans
4 packs of ramen noodles
2 cans spaghetti and meatballs
1 box of cheese crakers
6 (minimum) 25 oz bottles of water
1 small jar instant coffee
8 packs of hot chocolate
1 box of granola bars
1 GI issue canteen cup
4 each plastic spoons, knives, and forks
1 each metal spoon, fork, and knife
1 pack of wet wipes
Various quantities of packets of salt, pepper, sauces.

 

[PARA45]

Hi Lon,

Since Alaska is the 2nd highest per capita consumer of Spam and I’ve lived here 42 years now, indeed I do eat Spam.
(Guam is #1 and Hawaii #3).

About 30 years ago, our Hawaiian neighbors introduced me to what has become my favorite Spam recipe’ .
They call it “Musubi”.

It is simply a slice of spam, well fried then, pressed against a rectangle of white rice and wrapped with what is not quite accurately referred to as “roasted seaweed” in English.
In Japanese, it is called “Nori”.

This “roasted seaweed” is not seaweed at all but actually farm raised algae, processed into paper thin sheets and dried.
(Not that what it’s called is especially important).
The main thing is that Nori is very tasty and is also healthy to eat.

My 2nd favorite way to enjoy Spam is to simply fry a slice or two of it and then place a fried egg on top.

Cheers for now,
Paul.

Before I retired, I had an outstanding Senior NCO work for me, he was born in Cambodia, and he introduced me to Musubi. All I can say is wow. With a bit of Wasabi and Soy Sauce, yummy. So, for every going away or get together, he made it. He made some special ones for my retirement with egg, delicious. Who would have thought this would be so delicious. LOL!!!!

 

[pilar]

Oh how I love spam, spent a lot of weeks of a year on a ranch and spam was always welcome to One or two meals of a day , fried spam & rooster bullets ( eggs) or chopped up and scrambled into tacos
Sandwiches
Spam and ramen noodles

We keep at least 2-3 cans in every flavor ( original is my favorite) , keep some in my truck winter emergency driving kit with the blankets, candles, water , protein bars

Treat is awesome also, and usually on sale at the dollar store or dollar tree

 

[Wyatt Smith]

I haven’t had spam in years. I liked it last time I had it. I’m so love processed meats, so I’ll probably pick up a couple cans next time I’m in the store.

 

[PHOENIX PHIL]

I can't say I've ever been a big fan of spam, but it is better than those canned poodle peckers aka Vienna Sausages.

 

[wesheltonj]

I've never had it. Growing up my father called it Shit on a Shingle. My wife had to eat it after a hurricane where she grew up and will not eat it either. I've gone 63 years without eating it and plan on another 40 without it.

 

[mdwest]

I can't say I've ever been a big fan of spam, but it is better than those canned poodle peckers aka Vienna Sausages.

Love poodle peckers! lol… especially when slathered in ketchup!

The only thing better is potted meat on a saltine cracker!

 

[PHOENIX PHIL]

Love poodle peckers! lol… especially when slathered in ketchup!

The only thing better is potted meat on a saltine cracker!

 

[Justbryan]

Hunting trips always include spam, potted meat, Vianna sausage (thick juice when cold), saltine crackers, bananas, peanuts and sodas (we put the peanuts in the soft drinks). What great memories. On my first hunt with my son, I bought all these items.

 

[Ridge Runner]

I've never had it. Growing up my father called it Shit on a Shingle. My wife had to eat it after a hurricane where she grew up and will not eat it either. I've gone 63 years without eating it and plan on another 40 without it.

LOL......Can't blame you. Seriously you should at least give it a taste....just out of curiosity. Have it fried, paired with fried potatoes, and fried eggs over easy, and buttered toast for a breakfast meal....any time of day.

SOS (aka Shit On a Shingle): to properly correct your dad, meaning no offense...is hamburger in white gravy on burnt toast.....and is rather good if the toast isn't burnt.

Can't fault your mom as any "food" eaten regularly turns one off what at first was better than nothing when you're hungry. ie. like eating steak 3 times a day for several days and a plain bologna sandwich becomes a delicious treat.