Description
Hawaiian Fried Rice is the ultimate comfort food that transports you to paradise with every bite. This vibrant dish features fluffy jasmine rice combined with sweet pineapple, colorful vegetables, and a hint of savory soy sauce, all topped with fresh green onions. Perfect for weeknight meals or special occasions, it’s quick to prepare and easy to customize. Dive into this tropical delight and enjoy the delightful fusion of flavors that will have your taste buds dancing!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups cooked jasmine rice (preferably day-old)
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or drained canned)
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (bell peppers and peas)
- 3 green onions (sliced thinly)
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 large eggs (beaten)
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 cup cooked chicken or ham (diced) (optional)
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by chopping vegetables into bite-sized pieces for even cooking.
- In a large pan over medium-high heat, add a splash of oil and sauté the mixed vegetables for 3-4 minutes until tender.
- Add pineapple chunks and beaten eggs; stir until the eggs are scrambled and set (about 2 minutes).
- Gently fold in the cooked rice, mixing well without breaking it apart.
- Drizzle soy sauce over the rice mixture while stirring; cook for another 2-3 minutes until heated through.
- Finish by adding sliced green onions and sesame oil; stir one last time before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 120mg