Fried rice has always been one of my go-to meals. The dish is so versatile you can add almost anything, and it’ll become a delectable family hit. Super easy: just toss all the ingredients into the wok one at a time and stir fry them for a few minutes until cooked. I’ve enjoyed almost all kinds of fried rice with all kinds of variations, from spicy to mild, meaty to veggie-loaded. Each is appealing on its own, but I keep pineapple fried rice at the top of my list. Hello, fellow pineapple lovers! 😉
Recipe Ingredients
How to Make Pineapple Fried Rice
Oil – Heat a large wok or skillet with a tablespoon of oil on medium-high heat. Shrimp – Add shrimp and stir fry for 3-4 minutes or until slightly pink. Remove them and set aside. (Photo 1) Veggies – Add another tablespoon of oil and the pineapple, ginger, onions, green onions, garlic, and curry powder. Stir fry for 3-4 minutes, then push vegetables to the side. (Photos 2-4) Eggs – Add a little more oil, then add lightly beaten eggs. Allow to cook without stirring for 5-10 seconds or until the eggs are slightly cooked and set on the bottom. (Photo 5) Rice – Add rice and cook for another minute or two, stirring constantly. (Photos 6-7) Combine – Return cooked shrimp, peas, carrots, soy sauce, and hot sauce to the pan. Continue stirring until ingredients have heated through. (Photo 8) Season – Adjust seasoning salt, pepper, and soy sauce to taste. Serve – Remove from heat and garnish with sliced green onions and cilantro. Serve hot with lime wedges.
Recipe Alternatives
Tips and Tricks
Make-Ahead Instructions
This dish is an excellent make-ahead because it’s tastiest with leftover rice. Cook the rice the day before and refrigerate it until ready to cook. On the other hand, you can cook the fried rice a day in advance and store it in the refrigerator overnight. It reheats well and tastes great the next day!
Serving and Storage Instructions
Pineapple fried rice is simply delish hot from the skillet and sprinkled with fresh cilantro or a squeeze of lime juice. Leftovers are easy to store. Transfer them to an airtight container and keep them in the refrigerator for up to three days or freezer for up to three months. Reheat it in a skillet over medium until warmed through. Or zap it in the microwave for 1-2 minutes. You may want to sprinkle a little water over it before reheating to keep it moist.
Perfect Pineapple Fried Rice Pairings
Pineapple fried rice is flavorful and satisfying as a meal all on its own. But it’s also great with side dishes like pulled pork spring rolls, spicy green beans, or pineapple ginger-glazed carrots.
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This blog post was originally published in November 2017 and has been updated with additional tips and gorgeous photos
