pineapple fried rice (Printer-Friendly)
Thai-style stir-fried rice with pineapple, chilies, and savory seasonings.
# What You’ll Need to Cook:
→ Main Ingredients
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2 tablespoons vegetable oil (preferably sesame oil)
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1/2 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined (optional)
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2 large eggs, lightly beaten
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2 Thai chilies, finely chopped (optional)
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1 red bell pepper, diced
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1 small onion, diced
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4 garlic cloves, minced
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3 cups cooked jasmine rice (preferably day old)
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1 tablespoon Thai black soy sauce
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1 tablespoon fish sauce
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1 teaspoon shrimp paste
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2 green onions, sliced
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1 cup fresh pineapple chunks
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1/2 cup roasted cashews
# Steps to Prepare:
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Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a wok over high heat. Add shrimp and stir fry until just cooked through. Transfer to a bowl and set aside.
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Add remaining oil to the wok. Pour in beaten eggs and scramble until set. Remove and set aside with shrimp.
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Add onion, bell pepper, garlic, and chilies to the wok. Stir fry until fragrant and slightly softened.
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Add cooked jasmine rice, soy sauce, fish sauce, and shrimp paste. Stir fry thoroughly over high heat until well mixed and heated through.
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Return shrimp and scrambled eggs to the wok. Stir in pineapple, green onions, and cashews. Cook 1-2 minutes more, stirring constantly. Serve hot.
# Extra Cooking Tips:
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Using day-old rice ensures a better texture by preventing stickiness and promoting crispiness during stir frying.
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Customize the dish with proteins like ham, sausage, or spam, and vegetables such as peas, carrots, or cucumber.
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High heat and continuous stirring develop flavor and the signature texture of fried rice.