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Vegan Pineapple Fried Rice

Vegan Pineapple Fried Rice: A Tropical Delight Anyone Can Make

Delight in this Vegan Pineapple Fried Rice featuring tropical flavors, nutritious veggies, and an easy preparation. Perfect for meal prep or a quick weeknight dinner!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Asian, Vegan
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 3 cups Brown Rice cooked and chilled
  • 1 cup Pineapple Chunks fresh or frozen, drained
For the Vegetables
  • 1 medium Red Bell Pepper diced
  • 1 cup Green Peas fresh or thawed frozen
  • 2 cups Purple Cabbage shredded
  • 1 medium Red Onion chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
For the Sauce
  • 3 tablespoons Tamari gluten-free soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Maple Syrup or brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • to taste Hot Sauce or Red Chili Flakes for spice preference
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Ginger optional

Equipment

  • Cast Iron Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Vegan Pineapple Fried Rice
  1. Prepare the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together tamari, maple syrup, garlic powder, hot sauce, and optional ground ginger. Set aside.
  2. Caramelize the Pineapple: Heat a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add pineapple chunks, sauté for 3-5 minutes until golden. Remove from skillet.
  3. Cook the Vegetables: In the same skillet, add red bell pepper and red onion. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened. Remove and combine with pineapple.
  4. Stir-Fry the Cabbage and Garlic: Add purple cabbage and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes. Add minced garlic, cook for 30 seconds.
  5. Add Rice and Peas: Stir in brown rice and green peas, mix well. Pour in the sauce, cook for 2-3 minutes until heated through.
  6. Combine the Ingredients: Fold in pineapple and sautéed vegetables, heat for another minute.
  7. Serve and Garnish: Serve in bowls, garnish with cilantro, scallions, sesame seeds, and lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 8gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 5gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 35mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Chill the rice for the best texture. Feel free to adjust seasonings and add other vegetables or proteins to personalize the dish.

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