Description
A vibrant and flavorful Pineapple Shrimp Fried Rice combining juicy shrimp, sweet pineapple chunks, and colorful vegetables all stir-fried to perfection. This quick and easy recipe brings together comforting flavors in just 25 minutes, perfect for a satisfying weeknight meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 1 cup shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup pineapple chunks
- 1/2 cup peas
- 1/2 cup carrots, diced
Sauce and Aromatics
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
Instructions
- Heat oil: Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat to prepare for sautéing the ingredients.
- Cook garlic and shrimp: Add the minced garlic and shrimp to the pan. Cook until the shrimp turn pink and are fully cooked through, which indicates they are ready.
- Add vegetables: Stir in the diced carrots and peas, and cook for 2 minutes to soften them slightly while keeping their texture.
- Combine rice, pineapple, soy sauce: Add the cooked rice, pineapple chunks, and soy sauce to the pan. Mix everything well to evenly distribute the flavors and ingredients.
- Add green onions: Stir in the chopped green onions and continue cooking the mixture for another 2 minutes to blend all ingredients together and heat through.
- Serve: Remove from heat and serve the pineapple shrimp fried rice hot for the best taste and texture.
Notes
- Use day-old rice for best texture as it is less sticky and fries better.
- You can substitute shrimp with chicken or tofu for a different protein option.
- Adjust soy sauce quantity to taste, especially if using low-sodium soy sauce.
- For extra flavor, add a splash of sesame oil at the end of cooking.
- Feel free to include chopped bell peppers or cashews for added texture and flavor.
