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Vegan Pineapple Fried Rice

Vegan Pineapple Fried Rice: A Tropical Flavor Adventure

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Enjoy a delicious Vegan Pineapple Fried Rice, a perfect blend of tropical flavors and vibrant vegetables in this delightful dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian, Vegan
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Rice
  • 2 cups Brown Rice Use cooked and chilled rice for the best texture.
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup Pineapple Chunks Fresh or frozen, thaw frozen chunks beforehand.
  • 1 medium Red Bell Pepper Diced.
  • 1 cup Green Peas Frozen and thawed.
  • 1 cup Purple Cabbage Shredded.
  • 1 medium Red Onion Diced.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
For the Sauce
  • 1 tbsp Tamari Offers umami flavor.
  • 1 tbsp Maple Syrup Optional.
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 tsp Hot Sauce or Red Chili Flakes Adjust spice levels.
  • 1 tsp Ground Ginger Optional.
Optional Garnishes
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Cilantro Sprinkled on top.
  • 2 tbsp Scallions Chopped.
  • 1 tbsp Sesame Seeds For a nutty crunch.

Equipment

  • cast iron skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together tamari, maple syrup, garlic powder, hot sauce, and ground ginger until well combined.
  2. Caramelize the Pineapple: Heat a well-seasoned cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add pineapple chunks, stirring for about 5-7 minutes until caramelized.
  3. Sauté the Veggies: In the same skillet, add diced red bell pepper and red onion. Stir-fry for about 3-4 minutes until they begin to soften.
  4. Cook the Cabbage and Garlic: Add shredded purple cabbage to the skillet and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
  5. Combine Main Ingredients: Add the chilled brown rice and thawed green peas to the skillet. Pour in the prepared sauce and mix for 2-3 minutes.
  6. Fold in Reserved Veggies: Carefully fold the caramelized pineapple, bell pepper, and onion back into the skillet. Toss gently for another minute.
  7. Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat and garnish with fresh cilantro, scallions, and sesame seeds. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 58gProtein: 8gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 500mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 6gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish is perfect for meal prep and tastes even better as leftovers. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.

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