Tahitian Supper Not Really Recipe

A nostalgic recipe passed down through generations, this 'Tahitian Supper' is a surprisingly delicious fusion of sweet and savory flavors. Inspired by a recipe from Helen Hitchen, this dish features tender spam, juicy pineapple, and a subtly tangy sauce. Easy to make and ready in under 30 minutes, it's a unique comfort food that's sure to become a family favorite!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 444.7 kcal
Protein 23g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Tahitian Supper Not Really

  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1 cup canned pineapple chunks (drained)
  • 2 tablespoons white vinegar
  • 1 (12-ounce) can Spam
  • 1/2 cup bell pepper (any color)
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup hot cooked rice

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How to Make Tahitian Supper Not Really

  1. In a medium saucepan, whisk together 1/2 cup brown sugar and 1/4 cup cornstarch.
  2. Add 1 cup water, 1/2 cup juice from canned pineapple, and 2 tablespoons white vinegar. Whisk until smooth.
  3. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens (about 5-7 minutes).
  4. Add 1 (12-ounce) can of spam, cut into 1-inch cubes. Stir to coat with the sauce.
  5. Stir in 1 cup canned pineapple chunks (drained) and 1/2 cup bell pepper (any color), cut into 1-inch chunks.
  6. Continue cooking for at least 10 minutes, or until heated through and the sauce has slightly reduced.
  7. Serve immediately over hot cooked rice.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

48 g

Sugar

163g

Fat

41g

Carbs

16g

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