Sweet and Sour Rice

Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this vibrant and flavorful Sweet and Sour Rice recipe! Perfectly fluffy jasmine rice is paired with a colorful medley of crisp red and green bell peppers, julienned carrots, and juicy pineapple chunks, all tossed in a tangy, homemade sweet-and-sour sauce made with soy sauce, rice vinegar, and a touch of brown sugar. Featuring bold flavors of garlic and ginger, this quick and easy stir-fry comes together in just 40 minutes, making it a great option for busy nights. Top it off with fresh green onions and toasted sesame seeds for a delicious finishing touch. This Asian-inspired dish is a complete vegetarian meal that’s as satisfying as it is simple, perfect for feeding a family of four or meal prepping for the week.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups jasmine rice
• 3 cups water
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 medium, diced red bell pepper
• 1 medium, diced green bell pepper
• 1 large, julienned carrot
• 1 cup pineapple chunks
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 3 tablespoons brown sugar
• 3 tablespoons ketchup
• 2 teaspoons, minced ginger
• 2 cloves, minced garlic
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons cold water
• 2 stalks, chopped green onions
• 1 tablespoon, toasted sesame seeds

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Combine the rinsed rice with 3 cups of water in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil over high heat, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes or until the rice is cooked and the water is absorbed. Fluff the rice with a fork and set aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the diced red and green bell peppers and the julienned carrot. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.

Step 3

Add the pineapple chunks to the skillet and stir briefly. In a bowl, combine the soy sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, ketchup, minced ginger, and minced garlic. Stir well to combine.

Step 4

Pour the sauce mixture into the skillet with the vegetables and pineapple. Stir to coat everything evenly.

Step 5

In a small bowl, mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of cold water to form a slurry. Pour the slurry into the skillet and stir continuously until the sauce thickens, about 2 minutes.

Step 6

Add the cooked rice to the skillet and stir well to combine the rice with the sauce and vegetables.

Step 7

Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle the chopped green onions and toasted sesame seeds over the dish.

Step 8

Serve the sweet and sour rice warm, enjoying the balance of flavors in each bite.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1803.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1116.7

Total Fat 33.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 19.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2008.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 191.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.6g	0%
Total Sugars 62.4g
Protein 20.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 228.2mg	0%
Iron 7.0mg	0%
Potassium 1384.9mg	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: 26.0%

Protein: 7.1%

Carbs: 66.9%