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What Is SPAM And What Is It Made Of, Anyway?
Let’s break down what SPAM is made of, why it became so popular, and how it’s used around the world.
🥫 What Is SPAM?
SPAM is a brand of canned precooked meat made by Hormel Foods Corporation. Introduced in 1937, it quickly gained popularity due to its long shelf life, convenience, and versatility. Originally designed as an affordable protein source, SPAM became a staple during World War II for soldiers and civilians alike.
🥩 What’s Inside the Can?
- Pork shoulder meat
- Ham (cured pork)
- Salt
- Water
- Sugar
- Sodium nitrite (a preservative to maintain color and prevent spoilage)
It contains no fillers or artificial preservatives beyond these. The meat is ground, mixed with the other ingredients, cooked, and then sealed in the can.