Description
Hawaiian Fried Rice is a vibrant, tropical dish that combines sweet pineapple, savory soy sauce, and colorful vegetables for a delightful meal. Each bite bursts with flavor, making it ideal for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings. This easy-to-make recipe will transport your taste buds to paradise while using up leftovers, ensuring satisfaction for family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups cooked Jasmine rice (preferably day-old)
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned)
- 1 cup bell peppers (diced; any color)
- ½ cup green onions (sliced thinly)
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tsp sesame oil
- 2 large eggs (lightly beaten)
- 1 tsp fresh ginger (minced)
- 1 tsp garlic (minced)
- 1 cup cooked protein (optional; chicken, shrimp, or tofu)
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients: Chop bell peppers and green onions, and mince garlic and ginger.
- Scramble the eggs: Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add beaten eggs and scramble until just set; remove from pan.
- Sauté aromatics & veggies: In the same skillet, add more oil if needed. Sauté garlic and ginger until fragrant, then add bell peppers and peas; cook until tender.
- Add pineapple & rice: Stir in pineapple chunks followed by the cooked rice, mixing well to combine.
- Season & finish cooking: Pour in soy sauce and sesame oil, stirring to coat the rice evenly. Add scrambled eggs and green onions; heat through.
- Serve Hot & Enjoy: Transfer to plates or serve family-style; garnish with extra green onions if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 90mg