Pineapple Fried Rice Recipe

Ingredients

For the Rice:

• 2 cups cooked jasmine rice (preferably day-old)
• 1/2 cup fresh pineapple, diced
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 1/2 cup diced carrots
• 1/4 cup green peas (optional)
• 1/2 red bell pepper, diced
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
• 1/2 teaspoon curry powder (optional)
• 1/2 teaspoon white or black pepper
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• Salt to taste

For Garnish:

• 2 green onions, sliced
• 1 tablespoon cashew nuts or peanuts (optional)
• Fresh cilantro leaves
• Lime wedges

Instructions

1. Prepare the Ingredients

   • Dice the pineapple and vegetables. If using leftover rice, break apart any clumps for even frying.

2. Cook the Aromatics

   • Heat oil in a large wok or frying pan over medium-high heat.
   • Add minced garlic and chopped onion, stir-frying for 1-2 minutes until fragrant and translucent.

3. Add the Vegetables

   • Toss in carrots, bell pepper, and green peas (if using). Stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes until softened.

4. Scramble the Eggs

   • Push the vegetables to one side of the pan. Pour in the beaten eggs and scramble until just set. Mix the eggs into the vegetables.

5. Add the Rice and Pineapple

   • Stir in the cooked rice, breaking up any remaining clumps. Add the diced pineapple and mix well.

6. Season the Fried Rice

   • Add soy sauce, oyster sauce, curry powder (if using), sugar, pepper, and salt.
   • Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until everything is well combined and heated through.

7. Garnish and Serve

   • Remove from heat and sprinkle with green onions, cashew nuts or peanuts, and fresh cilantro.
   • Serve hot with lime wedges on the side.