Pineapple Fried Rice
A quick and easy weeknight meal that’s so much cheaper, tastier and healthier than take-out!
I am such a sucker for pineapple fried rice. It’s my absolute favorite of all fried rices, and there’s quite a bit of variations out there. But every time I order take-out or order pineapple fried rice from a restaurant, the pineapple chunks are always so huge! It’s my biggest pet peeve, so I just had to make a homemade version to share with you all.
Now this is a version that is conveniently loaded with bite-sized pineapple chunks, just bursting with all of their their juicy sweetness. It’s also super easy to whip up and it can easily be a clean-out-the-fridge meal with all those lingering veggies.
And feel free to use your favorite kind of protein – ham, chicken, or shrimp, or you can even keep it vegetarian with just the pineapple. Either way, once you drizzle on that Sriracha goodness, you’ll have the best combination of sweet and spicy flavors. Plus, this makes for awesome leftovers the next day!
Pineapple Fried Rice
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- ½ teaspoon ginger powder
- ¼ teaspoon white pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 carrots, peeled and grated
- ½ cup frozen corn
- ½ cup frozen peas
- 3 cups cooked brown rice
- 2 cups diced pineapple, canned or fresh
- ½ cup diced ham
- 2 green onions, sliced
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, ginger powder and white pepper; set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium high heat. Add garlic and onion to the skillet, and cook, stirring often, until onions have become translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in carrots, corn and peas, and cook, stirring constantly, until vegetables are tender, about 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in rice, pineapple, ham, green onions and soy sauce mixture. Cook, stirring constantly, until heated through, about 2 minutes.
- Serve immediately.
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Is there an advantage to making this with brown rice (other than that it’s more healthy)?
Substituting brown rice has many health benefits – it is rich in anti-oxidants and high in fiber. I’d say that that’s a very big advantage!
Wonderful recipe and damn delicious!
I made this a few weeks ago and it’s the best fried rice recipe that I’ve ever made. Better than takeout!
It is quite a popular dish in my country, Thailand. We add some roasted cashew nuts and sprinkle Chinese dried shredded pork on top. In restaurants, it is beautifully served in a pineapple boat.
Had this on my menu plan for the week, and just finished. I should be ashamed to say that I ate nearly half of the recipe all by myself. But I’m not ashamed. It was just. that. good. Great recipe, and I can’t wait for lunch time tomorrow to get to eat some leftovers!
There’s absolutely no shame in doing that!
Excellent. My daughter loved it and I like it a lot. We did a half version of this but will do a full one next time, and eat the leftovers for another meal. Thank you for sharing! We have eaten not less than a dozen of your recipes so far, some more than once.
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I made this tonight with grilled veggies as a side and it is amazing! Must admit I omitted the ham, but it was still delicious! Definitely will make again!
This is good. I have made it twice already, with drained bacon instead of ham. I always have ginger, so I always add grated ginger to your recipes that call for ginger powder. I used all white rice, but next time I may go with 2 cups white and 1 cup of brown.
I am making this right now for dinner!!
WOW! I made this last night for dinner along with some grilled corn on the cob and chicken and it was Amazing…thank you so much for all of the delectible dishes. Keep them coming 🙂
Anything Asian-inspired makes my mouth water. Add pineapple? Genius! Thanks for sharing.
yummiyum! pineapple is just the best ingredient, fits in everywhere:) and i love fried rice:D cant believe i didnt yet cook it with pineapple:P its about time;) i will try it with tiny diced and roasted smoked tofu to substitute the ham.
My problem with cooking this and most other oriental dishes is that my wife is allergic to any kind of onions. I use onion powder, which is ok for her, but I don’t believe I capture the correct flavor. Any suggestions?
Onion powder should work just fine as a substitute here.
You might also like to try Hing, also know Asafoetida which you can find in many Indian/Arabic grocery stores. It is a great replacement for onion/garlic, and is also healthy.
If she is like me, maybe leeks would be an ok substitute.
Not only are you an amazing cook but you are always a mind reader! 🙂 I was just online looking for a recipe for fried rice and wanting sweet pineapple in it. Love this Chung-Ah! I see Fried Rice in my future!
Would a good deli ham work here?
Yes, absolutely!
I can make a meal out of fried rice. I love this sweet and savory combo!
Looks fantastic. I always add pineapple (or mandarin oranges) to my stirfries. It adds just the right amount of tang or freshness to the rich dishes. Thanks
Chung-Ah: what a fabulous recipe! Love the colors, flavors, textures, and your use of brown rice. Will make soon.
Yum! I love pineapple fried rice, your recipe looks amazing!