Pineapple Fried Rice

Bursting with tropical flair, this Pineapple Fried Rice recipe transforms simple ingredients into an irresistible symphony of sweet, savory, and aromatic flavors. Perfectly cooked jasmine rice provides the foundation, while juicy pineapple chunks, vibrant red bell pepper, and green onions add a splash of color and freshness. Infused with soy sauce, fish sauce, and a hint of curry powder, each bite delivers a tantalizing blend of umami with a subtle touch of warmth. Toasty cashew nuts lend a satisfying crunch, and a squeeze of lime at the end brightens the dish beautifully. Quick to prepare in just 30 minutes, this one-pan wonder is an ideal weeknight dinner or crowd-pleasing side that’s both wholesome and exotic. Serve it straight from the skillet for a feast that feels like a tropical getaway.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 cups cooked jasmine rice
• 1 cup pineapple chunks
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 medium onion
• 3 garlic cloves
• 1 red bell pepper
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon fish sauce
• 1 teaspoon curry powder
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 0.5 cup cashew nuts
• 2 green onions
• 4 lime wedges

Directions

Step 1

Prepare 3 cups of jasmine rice the day before or at least several hours in advance to allow it to cool and the grains to separate.

Step 2

Peel and dice the medium onion and mince the 3 garlic cloves.

Step 3

Cut the red bell pepper into small cubes and chop the green onions.

Step 4

Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.

Step 5

Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet and sauté until the onion is soft and translucent, about 3 minutes.

Step 6

Add the cubed red bell pepper to the skillet and continue to sauté for another 2 minutes.

Step 7

Stir in the frozen peas and pineapple chunks, cooking until the peas are heated through, approximately 2 minutes.

Step 8

Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet and add the cooked rice to the other side. Stir gently to break up any clumps.

Step 9

Combine 3 tablespoons of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of fish sauce, 1 teaspoon of curry powder, and 1 teaspoon of sugar in a small bowl.

Step 10

Pour the sauce mixture over the rice and vegetables, stirring everything together to ensure the rice is evenly coated and colored.

Step 11

Add 0.5 cup of cashew nuts, stirring them through the rice mixture.

Step 12

Cook the mixture for an additional 3 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent it from sticking to the pan.

Step 13

Remove the skillet from heat and toss in the chopped green onions.

Step 14

Serve the pineapple fried rice hot, garnished with lime wedges for added zest when serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1377.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1750.5

Total Fat 61.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.9g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4131.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 266.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.5g	0%
Total Sugars 44.2g
Protein 44.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 244.4mg	0%
Iron 11.3mg	0%
Potassium 1931.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 30.6%

Protein: 9.9%

Carbs: 59.5%