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During the 1930s and 1940s, Spam became a pantry mainstay especially in areas influenced by Pacific and Asian-American cultures. Spam fried rice is a product of this time, combining leftover cooked rice with diced Spam and simple seasonings in a quick stir-fry. The dish exemplifies how wartime food restrictions prompted creative, filling dishes that incorporated canned goods into the American palate.