Potato & Spam Skillet (Wimpy Fries) Recipe

Name: Potato & Spam Skillet (Wimpy Fries)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons oil; 2 (12 ounce) cans Spam, small cube 1/2-inch; 1 large green pepper, diced; 1 large onion, diced; 4 lbs potatoes, skin on, roughly cubed 1/2-inch to 3/4; 1 teaspoon chili powder; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper; 12 slices processed cheese; 1 (2 ounce) bottle tabasco green jalapeno sauce (optional)

Servings: persons

1
Add oil, spam, green pepper, onion, potatoes and spices to a large skillet over medium heat. If you like a little spice add a couple of good shakes of jalapeno sauce, it's very mild. Mix with an egg flipper then cover tightly with aluminum foil and set timer for 5 minutes.
2
After 5 minutes flip mixture over and repeat like this for 30 minutes (5 minutes cover, flip, etc) if it starts to stick to the pan add 3 or 4 tbs water, this helps to make steam which will cook the potatoes.
3
When you see the potatoes breaking down around the edges stick a fork in one, if it goes in you will know it is done.
4
This make 6 servings so when you plate it take 2 cheese slices per plate and pull them into stripes and lay on top of fries (an extra slice of cheese at this point never hurts either), nuke for 45 seconds on high and serve.
5
Optional: Some people like a couple of shakes of jalapeno sauce on top, some do not. It adds a lot of flavor, not a lot of heat.
6
DO NOT USE REGULAR HOT SAUCE IN PLACE OF THE JALAPENO, JUST LEAVE IT OUT.
7
Also, when you cut up your potatoes don't make them all exactly the same size, you will get a better texture in the finished product this way.
8
Enjoy.

828

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tablespoons oil, 2 (12 ounce) cans Spam, small cube 1/2-inch, 1 large green pepper, diced, 1 large onion, diced, and more.

Yes, Potato & Spam Skillet (Wimpy Fries) falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Potato & Spam Skillet (Wimpy Fries)

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