Description
Elevate your meal with this Easy Pineapple Fried Rice, a delightful fusion of sweet pineapple and savory jasmine rice. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up a vibrant dish that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or family gatherings. This recipe balances the natural sweetness of fresh pineapple with colorful vegetables and hearty proteins, making it a satisfying option for everyone. Whether served as a standalone meal or paired with grilled chicken or tofu, this dish is sure to impress. Enjoy the burst of flavors and the ease of preparation with every bite!
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil
- 4 cups Cooked Jasmine Rice
- 2 cups Fresh Pineapple Chunks
- 2 large Eggs
- 4 stalks Green Onions
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 1 cup Carrots
- 1 cup Red Bell Pepper
- 1 cup Frozen Peas
- 3 tablespoons Soy Sauce
- 1 cup Roasted Cashews
- 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro
- 2 wedges Lime
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by dicing vegetables and chopping pineapple into chunks.
- Heat vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Scramble eggs in the hot oil until cooked through; remove and set aside.
- Sauté minced garlic and chopped green onions for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add diced carrots, red bell pepper, and frozen peas to the pan; stir-fry for 3-5 minutes until tender but crisp.
- Mix in cooked jasmine rice and fresh pineapple chunks thoroughly.
- Pour soy sauce over the mixture; stir well to coat.
- Gently fold in the scrambled eggs from earlier.
- Serve hot, topped with roasted cashews and cilantro, finishing with a squeeze of lime juice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 140mg
Keywords: For best results, use day-old rice as it's drier and less sticky. Feel free to customize with additional vegetables like broccoli or snap peas based on your preferences. Adjust the amount of soy sauce according to taste for perfect seasoning.