Hawaiian Fried Rice
Hawaiian Fried Rice is a colorful, mouthwatering dish that brings the flavors of the tropics to your table. With fluffy jasmine rice, savory ham, and sweet pineapple, it’s a perfect blend of sweetness and umami. This easy-to-make recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or brunch gatherings, ensuring every bite transports you to sunny Hawaii. Sautéed with fresh vegetables and finished with a touch of sesame oil, this fried rice is not just a meal; it’s an experience that delights the senses.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Ingredients
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- 4 cups cooked jasmine rice (preferably day-old)
- 1 cup diced ham
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned)
- 1/2 cup chopped green onions
- 1/2 cup diced bell peppers (mixed red and yellow)
- 1/2 cup diced carrots
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tsp sesame oil
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients: Dice ham, bell peppers, carrots, and chop green onions. Set aside.
- Sauté aromatics: Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
- Cook vegetables: Add bell peppers and carrots to the skillet, cooking until slightly softened (3 minutes).
- Add proteins: Stir in diced ham and pineapple chunks until caramelized (about 3 minutes).
- Incorporate rice: Fold in cooked jasmine rice, ensuring each grain is coated in oil while breaking up any clumps (approximately 2-3 minutes).
- Season: Drizzle soy sauce evenly over the mixture while stirring gently; adjust salt to taste.
- Scramble eggs: Push the mixture to one side of the skillet, add eggs to the empty space, scramble until fully cooked, then fold into the rice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: For added protein diversity, consider swapping ham with shrimp or chicken. Spice it up by adding chili flakes for some heat. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat on medium heat with a splash of soy sauce.