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Pineapple Rice

Tropical Pineapple Rice: Quick, Flavorful, and Vegan Delight

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This Pineapple Rice recipe offers a quick and flavorful vegan delight perfect for any meal.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 28 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 38 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Tropical, Vegan
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Rice
  • 1 cup White Rice jasmine or basmati is ideal for a fluffy texture
  • 1.5 cups Water essential for cooking the rice to the perfect consistency
For Sautéing
  • 1 tablespoon Oil adds richness; substitute with avocado or olive oil for a twist
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced) enhances flavor; best when freshly minced
  • 1 knob Ginger (grated/minced) provides warmth; fresh is best
For the Flavor
  • 2 cups Pineapple (chopped) fresh or frozen; fresh is preferred
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha introduces a kick of heat; adjust to spice level
  • 1 tablespoon Coconut Aminos (or Soy Sauce) adds umami flavor; gluten-free
  • 1 teaspoon Coconut Sugar balances sweet and savory; substitute with any sweetener
  • 1 teaspoon Salt enhances overall flavor; adjust as needed
  • 0.25 teaspoon Red Chile Flakes adds extra heat; omit if milder taste preferred

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Pineapple Rice
  1. In a medium saucepan, heat 1 tablespoon of oil over medium heat. Add 2 cloves of minced garlic and a knob of grated ginger, sautéing for about 5 minutes, or until fragrant and golden.
  2. Stir in 1 cup uncooked white rice into the saucepan, allowing it to toast for an additional 2 minutes, stirring continuously.
  3. Add 2 cups of chopped pineapple, 1 tablespoon of sriracha, 1 tablespoon of coconut aminos, 1 teaspoon of coconut sugar, 1 teaspoon of salt, and ¼ teaspoon of red chile flakes to the rice mixture, sauté for another minute.
  4. Pour in 1½ cups of water and increase the heat to high. Bring to vigorous boil, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover and simmer for about 15 minutes.
  5. Once rice has absorbed the water, remove from heat and keep covered for an additional 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork before serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 54gProtein: 4gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.1gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Use fresh pineapple and ginger for the best flavor; jasmine and basmati rice yield great results. Adjust sriracha and red chile flakes based on heat preference.

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