Pineapple Vegetable Fried Rice
This Pineapple Vegetable Fried Rice is the sunshine your kitchen didn’t know it needed. It’s sweet, savory, and ridiculously colorful — basically summer in a wok. The juicy pineapple chunks flirt with the crispy veggies while the rice soaks up all that tangy perfection. It’s fast, light, and will make you forget about takeout forever. Perfect for days when you crave a vacation but your wallet says “girl, no.” One bite, and you’ll feel like you’re eating under palm trees — minus the humidity and the awkward sunburn. It’s fruity, fabulous, and unapologetically fun.
Pineapple Vegetable Fried Rice
A vibrant vegan fried rice bursting with pineapple, veggies, and zesty flavor — tropical, colorful, and comfort food in disguise.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked and cooled jasmine rice day-old is best
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- ½ onion chopped
- ½ cup carrots diced
- ½ cup bell peppers red or yellow, chopped
- ½ cup green peas
- 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
- ½ teaspoon chili flakes optional
- ¼ teaspoon turmeric powder for color and glow-up
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons chopped green onions for garnish
- 1 tablespoon toasted cashews optional but fabulous
Instructions
- Heat sesame and vegetable oil in a wok over medium-high heat.
- Add garlic and onion; sauté until golden and aromatic.
- Toss in carrots, peas, and bell peppers; stir-fry until slightly tender.
- Add the pineapple chunks and cook for a minute to caramelize slightly.
- Add rice and mix until everything looks evenly golden and happy.
- Pour in soy sauce, vinegar, turmeric, and chili flakes; stir until coated.
- Season with salt and pepper, then toss in cashews if you’re feeling fancy.
- Garnish with green onions and serve immediately — with vacation vibes only.
Notes
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Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 385
- Total Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 68 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 8 g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
- Vitamin C: 42%
- Vitamin A: 18%
- Iron: 9%
- Magnesium: 10%
- Calcium: 6%
Additional Notes / Tips
- Use day-old rice — fresh rice turns mushy faster than bad relationships.
- For extra flair, serve it in a hollowed-out pineapple (because presentation matters).
- Add tofu or tempeh for a protein upgrade.
- Don’t skip the turmeric — it gives that dreamy golden color.
- Pair it with iced green tea or coconut water for the full tropical fantasy.
