Air fryer Maple-Candied Spam
Air fryer maple-candied spam is the easiest and tastiest way to enjoy spam. They are so delicious and great to serve as an appetizer, snack, or picnic food. Plus, they are easy to make and ready in just 15 minutes!
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Ingredients
- 1 12-ounce can Spam, sliced into 8 even slices
Maple Gochujang Glaze
- ¼ cup pure maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon gochujang
- 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
- 1 garlic clove finely grated
- ½ teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
Garnish
- Thinly sliced green onions
- Extra toasted sesame seeds
- Crushed nori flakes optional
Instructions
Air Fry the Spam
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Arrange the Spam slices in a single layer in the air fryer basket, leaving a little space between each slice.
- Air fry for 8 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the edges are lightly browned and crispy.
Make the Glaze
- While the Spam cooks, whisk together the maple syrup, gochujang, sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, grated garlic, and sesame seeds until smooth.
Glaze and Caramelize
- Brush the glaze generously over both sides of the cooked Spam.
- Return the Spam to the air fryer and cook for 2 to 3 more minutes, or until the glaze is bubbling and caramelized.
- Watch carefully during the final minute, as the maple syrup can brown quickly.
Serve
- Transfer to a serving plate and garnish with sliced green onions, sesame seeds, and crushed nori flakes, if desired.
- Serve immediately as an appetizer, over steamed rice, with fried eggs, or tucked into Spam musubi.
Notes
Adjust the Spice
For a milder glaze, reduce the gochujang to 2 teaspoons. For extra heat, add an additional teaspoon or a pinch of Korean chili flakes (gochugaru).
Air Fryer Tip
Avoid overcrowding the basket so the Spam browns evenly. Cook in batches if needed.
Storage
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Reheat in the air fryer at 350°F (175°C) for 2 to 3 minutes, or until warmed through.