Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Vegan Pineapple Fried Rice, a quick and satisfying dish that combines the sweetness of fresh pineapple with colorful stir-fried vegetables. This easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, providing a nutritious meal that everyone will love. With gluten-free ingredients and plenty of delicious leftovers, this tropical-inspired fried rice will become a staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4–5 cups cooked brown rice (chilled)
- 2 cups pineapple chunks (fresh or frozen)
- 1 red bell pepper (diced)
- 3/4 cup green peas (frozen & thawed)
- 1 cup purple cabbage (shredded)
- 1/2 red onion (diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 4 tbsp tamari
- 1.5 tbsp maple syrup
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 3/4 tsp hot sauce or red chili flakes
- 1/2 tsp ground ginger (optional)
Instructions
- Whisk together all sauce ingredients in a small bowl and set aside.
- In a hot cast iron skillet, stir-fry pineapple until slightly caramelized; transfer to a bowl.
- Add bell pepper and onion to the skillet; sauté until softened.
- Stir in purple cabbage and garlic; cook until fragrant.
- Mix in chilled brown rice and green peas; pour in sauce and combine thoroughly.
- Serve warm, garnished with cilantro, scallions, sesame seeds, and lime juice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 318
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 675mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 61g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg