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Pineapple Fried Rice

Delicious Pineapple Fried Rice: Your New Favorite Weeknight Meal

Quick and colorful Pineapple Fried Rice is a must-try dish perfect for weeknights and customizable with fresh ingredients.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cooking Base
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil flavorful base for frying
  • 2-3 cloves garlic minced, fresh recommended
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup peas and carrots can substitute with frozen mixed vegetables
  • 4 cups cooked jasmine rice day-old rice is ideal
For Seasoning
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce tamari for gluten-free option
  • 1 dash black pepper freshly ground preferred
For the Star Ingredient
  • 1 cup pineapple (fresh or canned) fresh recommended
Optional Add-Ins
  • 1/2 cup cashews substitute with peanuts or omit for nut-free
  • green onions for garnish
  • fresh cilantro for garnish

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • wok

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat the oil: Begin by heating 2 tablespoons of sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat for about 1-2 minutes until it shimmers.
  2. Sauté the garlic: Add 2-3 minced garlic cloves to the hot oil, sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant and golden.
  3. Cook the vegetables: Introduce 1 cup of peas and carrots to the skillet, cooking for 3-4 minutes until tender yet crispy.
  4. Add the rice and seasoning: Stir in 4 cups of cooked jasmine rice, 3 tablespoons of soy sauce, and a dash of black pepper, cooking for 2-3 minutes.
  5. Fold in the pineapple and cashews: Gently fold in 1 cup of diced pineapple and 1/2 cup of cashews, cooking for another 2-3 minutes.
  6. Garnish and serve: Remove from heat, sprinkle with chopped green onions and fresh cilantro, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 6gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 720mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 25IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Use day-old rice for the best texture. Experiment with seasonal vegetables for variation.

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