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Vegetarian Pineapple Fried Rice

Delicious Vegetarian Pineapple Fried Rice in Just 30 Minutes

This Vegetarian Pineapple Fried Rice is a quick, satisfying dish perfect for busy weeknights, combining sweet pineapple and savory ingredients.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 4 cups day-old Jasmine or Basmati Rice Use for best texture
  • 1 cup Pineapple (fresh or canned) Drain well if canned
For the Vegetables
  • 2 cups Mixed Vegetables (carrots, peas, bell peppers) Feel free to swap for your favorites
  • 2 stalks Green Onions Finely chopped for garnish
For Protein
  • 1 cup Tofu Optional; substitute with chickpeas or edamame
For Flavoring
  • 3 tablespoons Soy Sauce or Tamari
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Oil Or use olive oil
For Aromatics
  • 2 cloves Garlic Finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger Fresh and finely chopped

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of sesame oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add 2 minced garlic cloves and 1 tablespoon of finely chopped ginger, sautéing for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Introduce 2 cups of mixed vegetables and stir-fry for 3-5 minutes until tender.
  4. Stir in 1 cup of chopped pineapple and, if desired, 1 cup of cubed tofu. Cook for another 3 minutes.
  5. Add 4 cups of day-old rice and 3 tablespoons of soy sauce, mixing for 3-4 minutes.
  6. Continue cooking for an additional 5-7 minutes until everything is heated through and slightly crispy.
  7. Remove from heat and garnish with finely chopped green onions before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 56gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 50IUVitamin C: 70mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 10mg

Notes

This dish is customizable; feel free to use your favorite vegetables and proteins to suit your taste.

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