Pineapple Fried Rice
User Reviews
4.8
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Asian
Pineapple Fried Rice
Description
Pineapple Fried Rice brings together cooked brown rice with diced pineapple, ham, and mixed vegetables such as carrots, corn, peas, and green onions. The recipe starts by whisking a savory sauce of soy sauce, sesame oil, ground ginger, and white pepper. Garlic and onions are sautéed in olive oil until translucent before the remaining vegetables are added and cooked to tenderness. The rice, pineapple, ham, green onions, and soy sauce mixture are then stirred in and heated through to combine flavors.
The stir-frying method helps maintain a good texture where the vegetables stay tender-crisp and the pineapple retains its juiciness, introducing a sweet contrast against the savory soy base. This balance highlights the distinct ingredients while providing a satisfying rice dish.
This recipe suits those wanting a flavorful rice dish that can be served alongside Asian-inspired protein dishes or enjoyed on its own as a light meal. It is practical for using leftover rice and bringing a fresh taste with pineapple and vegetables.
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- ½ teaspoon ground ginger
- ¼ teaspoon white pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 onion diced
- 2 carrot peeled and grated
- ½ cup corn frozen
- ½ cup peas frozen
- 3 cups brown rice cooked
- 2 cups pineapple canned or fresh, diced
- ½ cup ham diced
- 2 green onions sliced
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, ginger powder and white pepper; set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium high heat. Add garlic and onion to the skillet, and cook, stirring often, until onions have become translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in carrots, corn and peas, and cook, stirring constantly, until vegetables are tender, about 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in rice, pineapple, ham, green onions and soy sauce mixture. Cook, stirring constantly, until heated through, about 2 minutes.
- Serve immediately.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.8
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