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How to Cook Spam with Mushroom Gravy Sauce

Spam with mushroom gravy is a simple yet flavorful dish made of crispy fried luncheon meat topped with rich, garlicky mushroom sauce that's perfect over steamed rice.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Course: Pork Recipe
Cuisine: Filipino
Keyword: fried Spam, mushroom gravy sauce, spam with gravy
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 203kcal
Author: Manny

Ingredients

  • 1 can Spam or any luncheon meat
  • cooking oil for frying

For the sauce:

  • 1 small can sliced mushrooms
  • 1/8 to 1/4 cup butter
  • 2 Tbsp. flour
  • 1 cup water or more
  • 1 piece Knorr beef cube
  • 1/4 tsp. black pepper powder
  • 2 cloves garlic minced

Instructions

How to Cook Spam with Mushroom Gravy Sauce

  • Slice the Spam luncheon meat into half an inch thick. Then fry in hot oil until golden brown.
  • Remove from pan and put in a paper towel lined plate and set aside.
  • Drain the sliced mushroom and put in a strainer and let it dry for a few minutes. Heat oil in a pan and fry the mushrooms until slightly brown. Set aside.
  • In an empty pan, turn on heat and melt the butter. Add in garlic and saute until fragrant.
  • Add the flour and stir until slightly brown. Then put the beef cube and crush and stir until dissolved.
  • Pour a cup of water and stir. Then bring to a boil and simmer for a few minutes while stirring. Stir until the sauce is smooth in consistency.
  • Add in the mushrooms and stir for a few seconds then turn off heat. Arrange the spam on a plate and pour the sauce over the Spam and serve hot.

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Notes

Cooking Tips:

 

Fry the Spam Until Golden and Crisp

Don’t rush the frying process—give each slice of Spam enough time to develop a nice, golden crust. This not only improves the texture but also adds a deeper, savory flavor that balances well with the creamy gravy. Use medium heat and avoid overcrowding the pan to make sure each piece cooks evenly.

Brown the Flour for a Richer Gravy

When making the mushroom gravy, let the flour cook in butter until it turns lightly golden before adding the liquid. This step enhances the flavor of the sauce and removes the raw flour taste. It also helps create a smooth, velvety texture that clings nicely to the Spam.

Fry the Mushrooms Before Adding to the Sauce

Give the canned mushrooms a quick sauté before mixing them into the gravy. This step adds a slightly nutty flavor and better texture compared to adding them straight from the can. It also prevents them from watering down your sauce, keeping it thick and flavorful.