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A traditional British dish consisting of a deep-fried fritter made from spam

Spam fritter[edit]

A spam fritter is a type of fritter made using Spam, a brand of canned cooked pork. It is a popular dish in the United Kingdom, often served as a part of fish and chips meals.

Preparation[edit]

Spam fritters are prepared by slicing Spam into thick pieces, which are then coated in a batter. The batter typically consists of flour, water, and sometimes beer or milk to create a light and crispy texture. The coated Spam slices are then deep-fried until golden brown.

Serving[edit]

Spam fritters are commonly served with chips, making them a staple in many fish and chip shops across the UK. They can also be accompanied by mushy peas, curry sauce, or gravy.

Cultural significance[edit]

The spam fritter is a nostalgic dish for many in the UK, often associated with school dinners and canteen meals. It gained popularity during the post-war period when Spam was a widely available and affordable source of protein.

Variations[edit]

While the traditional spam fritter is made with plain Spam, variations can include additional seasonings or ingredients in the batter, such as herbs or spices. Some modern takes on the dish might incorporate different types of cheese or vegetables into the batter.

Related pages[edit]

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-'''Spam Fritter''' is a popular dish made from [[Spam (food)|Spam]], a canned precooked meat product. The dish is particularly popular in the [[United Kingdom]] and [[Hawaii]], where Spam is a staple ingredient in many local dishes.
+{{Short description|A traditional British dish consisting of a deep-fried fritter made from spam}}
-== History ==
+==Spam fritter==
-The Spam Fritter originated during [[World War II]], when fresh meat was scarce and people had to rely on canned goods like Spam. The dish was a way to make the canned meat more palatable and varied.
+A '''spam fritter''' is a type of [[fritter]] made using [[Spam (food)|Spam]], a brand of canned cooked pork. It is a popular dish in the [[United Kingdom]], often served as a part of [[fish and chips]] meals.
-== Preparation ==
+[[File:Spam Fritter with Chips.jpg|thumb|right|A spam fritter served with chips]]
-To prepare a Spam Fritter, slices of Spam are dipped in a [[batter (cooking)|batter]] made from flour, eggs, and milk, then deep-fried until golden brown. The result is a crispy, savory treat that can be served as a main dish or a snack.
-== Variations ==
+==Preparation==
-There are many variations of the Spam Fritter around the world. In Hawaii, for example, it is often served with [[rice]] and a side of [[macaroni salad]], while in the UK it is commonly served with [[chips (food)|chips]] and [[mushy peas]].
+Spam fritters are prepared by slicing Spam into thick pieces, which are then coated in a batter. The batter typically consists of [[flour]], [[water]], and sometimes [[beer]] or [[milk]] to create a light and crispy texture. The coated Spam slices are then deep-fried until golden brown.
-== Cultural Significance ==
+==Serving==
-The Spam Fritter holds a special place in British and Hawaiian cuisine. In the UK, it is often found in [[Fish and chip shop|fish and chip shops]], while in Hawaii it is a common item in [[Plate lunch|plate lunches]].
+Spam fritters are commonly served with [[chips (food)|chips]], making them a staple in many [[fish and chip shop]]s across the UK. They can also be accompanied by [[mushy peas]], [[curry sauce]], or [[gravy]].
-== See Also ==
+==Cultural significance==
-* [[Spam musubi]]
+The spam fritter is a nostalgic dish for many in the UK, often associated with [[school dinners]] and [[canteen]] meals. It gained popularity during the [[post-war]] period when Spam was a widely available and affordable source of protein.
-* [[List of deep fried foods]]
-* [[List of Hawaiian dishes]]
+==Variations==
+While the traditional spam fritter is made with plain Spam, variations can include additional seasonings or ingredients in the batter, such as [[herbs]] or [[spices]]. Some modern takes on the dish might incorporate different types of [[cheese]] or [[vegetables]] into the batter.
+==Related pages==
+* [[Fish and chips]]
+* [[Spam (food)]]
+* [[Fritter]]
+* [[British cuisine]]
 [[Category:British cuisine]]
-[[Category:Hawaiian cuisine]]
-[[Category:World War II cuisine]]
 [[Category:Deep fried foods]]
-{{British-food-stub}}
+[[Category:Pork dishes]]
-{{Hawaii-food-stub}}
-{{food-stub}}