Fried Spam Slices

Ingredients

• 1 can (12 oz) Spam or similar canned pork loaf
• 1 tsp vegetable oil
• 1 tbsp packed brown sugar
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tsp water
• 1/4 tsp coarsely ground black pepper

Before you cook

• Slide the loaf out of the can and cut it crosswise into 8 slices, each about a quarter inch thick.
• Blot the slices dry on paper towels.
• Stir the brown sugar, soy sauce and water together in a small bowl until the sugar dissolves.

Steps

1. Wipe the oil around a 12-inch nonstick or cast-iron skillet and set it over medium-high heat.
2. Lay in the slices in a single layer, working in two batches if needed.
3. Fry 3 minutes without moving them, until the undersides are browned and the edges have started to crisp and curl.
4. Flip the slices with a spatula and fry 2 to 3 minutes more.
5. Pour the brown sugar and soy mixture over the slices.
6. Turn the slices in the glaze for about 45 seconds, until the liquid has reduced to a sticky coating that clings.
7. Take the pan off the heat before the sugar darkens past amber.
8. Grind the black pepper over and serve hot with rice or toast.