Ginger Pineapple Fried Rice

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
16%
Ginger Pineapple Fried Rice
25 min.
4
385kcal

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If you're looking to elevate your fried rice game, look no further than this vibrant Ginger Pineapple Fried Rice! Bursting with the bright flavors of fresh ginger and juicy pineapple, this dish is a delightful twist on the classic recipe. Not only is it quick and easy to prepare—ready in just 25 minutes—but it also meets a variety of dietary preferences, being vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free. It's the perfect side dish for any meal or a scrumptious starter that will impress your guests.

The combination of fragrant sautéed ginger and green onions infuses the rice with an aromatic depth, while the pineapple adds a sweet and tangy punch that will dance on your palate. This colorful dish is not just a feast for the taste buds but also for the eyes, making it a perfect addition to your antipasti spread or as a satisfying snack. Plus, with just 385 calories per serving, it's a guilt-free indulgence that doesn’t compromise on flavor.

Grab your leftover basmati rice and transform it into a mouthwatering meal that showcases the irresistible fusion of ginger and pineapple. Whether served alongside your favorite main dish or enjoyed on its own, this Ginger Pineapple Fried Rice is sure to become a new favorite in your culinary repertoire.

Ingredients

  • cups rice raw leftover cooked (from 2 cups of rice)
  • Tbsp cooking oil 
  • tablespoons ginger fresh finely minced peeled
  •  green onions dark light separated thinly sliced
  • 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt 
  • 0.8 cup pineapple fresh diced () (see How to Cut Pineapple)
  • teaspoons soya sauce gluten-free (use soy sauce if cooking )
  • teaspoon sesame oil toasted

Equipment

  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Sauté onions and ginger:
  2. Heat a large sauté pan on medium high heat. Swirl in a tablespoon of oil to coat the pan.
  3. When the oil is shimmering hot, add the ginger and the white and pale greens parts of the green onions.
  4. Sprinkle with salt and stir fry until fragrant, about a minute.
  5. Brown the rice:
  6. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of oil to the pan. When the oil is hot, add the cooked, leftover rice to the pan, breaking it up with your fingers as you sprinkle it into the pan.
  7. Let the rice fry in the pan without moving it for a minute or two, until it starts to brown. Then stir it so that it turns over in the pan, and let it cook for a minute or two more.
  8. Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the chopped pineapple, sliced green onion greens, soy sauce, and sesame oil.
  9. Add salt to taste and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories385kcal
Protein6.46%
Fat28.68%
Carbs64.86%

Properties

Glycemic Index
57.42
Glycemic Load
62.28
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
11.40565221206%

Flavonoids

Kaempferol
0.2mg
Quercetin
1.65mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:384.68kcal
19.23%
Fat:12.16g
18.71%
Saturated Fat:2.38g
14.88%
Carbohydrates:61.89g
20.63%
Net Carbohydrates:60.15g
21.87%
Sugar:3.64g
4.04%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:463.63mg
20.16%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:6.17g
12.33%
Manganese:1.27mg
63.54%
Vitamin K:34µg
32.38%
Vitamin E:3.59mg
23.91%
Vitamin C:17.87mg
21.66%
Selenium:14.99µg
21.42%
Vitamin B6:0.24mg
12.09%
Copper:0.2mg
9.94%
Phosphorus:98.64mg
9.86%
Vitamin B5:0.87mg
8.69%
Magnesium:33.88mg
8.47%
Zinc:1.09mg
7.3%
Fiber:1.74g
6.97%
Vitamin B3:1.18mg
5.91%
Folate:22.21µg
5.55%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.02%
Potassium:172.45mg
4.93%
Iron:0.82mg
4.55%
Calcium:36.19mg
3.62%
Vitamin A:167.49IU
3.35%
Vitamin B2:0.05mg
3.17%