Pineapple Fried Rice (Cơm rang khế)
Cơm rang khế, or Pineapple Fried Rice, is a popular Vietnamese dish that combines the sweetness of pineapple with the savory flavors of fried rice. This dish is a perfect balance of sweet and savory, and it's easy to make at home.
Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked jasmine rice
- 1 cup fresh pineapple, diced
- 1/2 cup frozen peas and carrots
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup roasted unsalted cashews
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon curry powder
- 1/2 teaspoon sugar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large pan or wok over medium heat.
- Add the beaten eggs and scramble until cooked. Remove from the pan and set aside.
- Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in the same pan. Add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Add the cooked rice, pineapple, peas, carrots, and cashews to the pan. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes.
- Push the rice mixture to one side of the pan and pour the soy sauce on the empty side. Add the curry powder and sugar to the soy sauce, then mix everything together.
- Add the scrambled eggs back into the pan and stir to combine with the rice mixture.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Remove from heat and serve hot.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 20 minutes
- Total time:
- 35 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 350 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 45g
- Protein
- 8g
- Fat
- 15g
Supplies
Large pan or wok Cooking spoon Knife Cutting board
Tools
Stove
Serving suggestions
Serving suggestions: Serve the pineapple fried rice with a side of fresh cucumber slices or a light salad.
Tips & tricks
Tips: For a more authentic flavor, use day-old rice that has been refrigerated. This will help the rice grains stay separate and not become mushy during stir-frying.
Cost
$10