Description
This Pineapple Fried Rice is a perfect combination of sweet, savory, and umami flavors. Made with juicy pineapple, crispy vegetables, fluffy rice, and a flavorful sauce, it’s a quick and delicious meal that can be served as a main dish or a side. Ready in under 30 minutes, this exotic fried rice is great for busy weeknights, meal prep, or even special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
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For the Sauce:
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- ½ teaspoon ginger powder
- ¼ teaspoon white pepper
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For the Fried Rice:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 carrots, peeled and grated
- ½ cup frozen corn
- ½ cup frozen peas
- 3 cups cooked brown rice (preferably day-old rice)
- 2 cups diced pineapple (fresh or canned, drained)
- ½ cup diced ham
- 2 green onions, sliced
Instructions
- Prepare the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, ginger powder, and white pepper. Set aside.
- Sauté the Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add garlic and onion, cooking for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
- Cook the Vegetables: Stir in grated carrots, frozen corn, and peas, cooking for 3-4 minutes until softened.
- Add Rice and Pineapple: Add cooked brown rice, diced pineapple, and ham, stirring to mix everything evenly. Cook for 3-4 more minutes until the rice is heated through.
- Pour in the Sauce: Add the prepared sauce to the skillet, stirring well to coat all the ingredients. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until everything is evenly flavored.
- Garnish and Serve: Stir in sliced green onions, remove from heat, and serve hot.
Notes
- For extra crunch, top with chopped cashews or sesame seeds.
- To make it vegetarian, replace ham with tofu or extra veggies.
- For best results, use day-old rice to prevent it from getting mushy.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired