Thai Pineapple Fried Rice Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
15 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
393 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Thai
Thai Pineapple Fried Rice Recipe
Description
This dish uses cold rice to prevent clumping when stir-frying with peanut or vegetable oil. Cashews provide crunch, while chopped onions add depth of flavor. Golden raisins and pineapple tidbits introduce pleasant sweetness that contrasts with the savory fish sauce and subtle sugar. The beaten egg is scrambled into the rice mixture for added protein and moisture, and scallions add a mild oniony freshness.
Serving the fried rice garnished with remaining scallions and optional fresh cilantro provides a fresh herbaceous note. It works well as a side dish or standalone meal, offering a balance of savory, sweet, and nutty flavors with varying textures.
Leftovers can be stored refrigerated for a few days and reheated gently to maintain taste and texture, though freezing may affect pineapple quality.
Ingredients
- 4 cups rice cold, cooked
- 2 Tbsp. peanut oil or vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup cashew pieces
- 1/2 cup onion chopped
- 1/4 cup golden raisins
- 1 egg beaten
- 1/2 cup pineapple tidbits
- 1/4 cup scallions divided, chopped
- 2 tablespoon fish sauce
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- cilantro optional, fresh, for garnish
Instructions
- Use your fingers to crumble up the cold rice and break up any clumps.
- Heat the oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat.
- Once hot, add the cashews, onions, and raisins. Let cook for 1 minute.
- Add the beaten egg and cook for 1 minute while stirring to scramble the egg.
- Add the pineapple pieces, followed by half of the chopped scallions. Then add the rice, fish sauce, and sugar to the mixture, and cook, stirring often, for 3 to 4 minutes or until the rice is warm.
- Mound the rice on a serving platter and garnish with the leftover scallions (and cilantro if desired).
Notes
- Store leftover pineapple fried rice in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days to maintain freshness.
- Reheat leftovers in a microwave or skillet, adding a little water or oil to keep the rice from drying out.
- Freezing is not recommended as the texture of the pineapple and rice may change unfavorably upon thawing.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 393 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 393kcal | 20% |
| Carbohydrates | 62g | 21% |
| Protein | 8g | 16% |
| Fat | 13g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5g | 29% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Trans Fat | 0.1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 41mg | 14% |
| Sodium | 728mg | 30% |
| Potassium | 300mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 12g | 24% |
| Vitamin A | 138IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 6mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 47mg | 5% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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