Hawaiian Fried Rice
Hawaiian Fried Rice is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines perfectly cooked jasmine rice with colorful vegetables, sweet pineapple, and your choice of savory protein. This delightful meal offers a beautiful balance of sweet and salty flavors, making it the ultimate comfort food that transports you straight to the islands. Quick to prepare, it’s perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings with friends. Treat your taste buds to this tropical feast that guarantees smiles all around!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Ingredients
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- 4 cups cooked jasmine rice (preferably day-old)
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned)
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced (mixed colors)
- 1/2 cup green onions, chopped
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 cup cooked protein (chicken or shrimp)
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup frozen peas and carrots
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by chopping vegetables and measuring sauces.
- Heat oil in a large pan over medium heat; sauté green onions until fragrant. Add bell peppers and cook until softened.
- Stir in your choice of cooked chicken or shrimp along with pineapple chunks until heated through.
- Add day-old rice; drizzle soy sauce and sesame oil, stirring to coat evenly.
- Push rice mixture aside; scramble eggs in the pan, then fold into rice with frozen peas and carrots.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional chopped green onions.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 325
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: - For added variety, substitute pineapple with mango or try different proteins such as tofu for a vegetarian option. - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat in a skillet over medium heat.