Description
Pineapple rice is a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings the essence of the tropics to your table. This easy-to-make recipe features fluffy jasmine rice tossed with succulent chunks of fresh pineapple, colorful bell peppers, and aromatic green onions. The combination of sweet and savory notes creates an irresistible flavor profile, making it a perfect side dish for grilled meats or a refreshing vegetarian option. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time, you can whip up this delightful meal in under 30 minutes. Whether you’re hosting a summer barbecue or enjoying a weeknight dinner, pineapple rice adds a burst of color and taste that will leave your guests reminiscing about sun-soaked beach vacations.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 1 cup fresh pineapple, diced
- 1/2 red bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 yellow bell pepper, diced
- 3 green onions, chopped
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
Instructions
- Rinse jasmine rice under cold water until clear. In a medium saucepan, combine rice with 2 cups of water. Bring to boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
- While rice cooks, chop fresh pineapple and dice bell peppers. Slice green onions.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, heat sesame oil and sauté bell peppers for 3 minutes until tender. Add pineapple and cook for another 2 minutes.
- Fluff cooked rice with a fork and add it to the skillet with sautéed vegetables; stir to combine.
- Pour in soy sauce while stirring for about one minute until well-coated.
- Remove from heat and mix in green onions before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg