Description
A vibrant island-inspired fried rice dish blending sweet pineapple, savory chicken, and zesty seasonings. The perfect mix of crispy rice, tender peppers, and a harmonious balance of saltiness, sweetness, and spice for an easy yet flavorful tropical meal.
Ingredients
Low sodium soy sauce
Sesame seed oil
Hot sauce
Vegetable oil (neutral high-heat oil)
Red bell pepper, diced (ribs and seeds removed)
Diced chicken breast (halal alternative to ham)
Green onions, separated into white and green parts
Garlic, minced
Cooked white rice, chilled (5 cups)
Large eggs (3)
Fresh pineapple pieces, diced (1 cup)
Instructions
Combine 4 tablespoons soy sauce, 1/2 tablespoon sesame oil, and 1 teaspoon hot sauce in a small bowl
Separate white and green parts of green onions
Cut red bell pepper into uniform cubes
Heat 1/2 tablespoon vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat
Cook chicken until golden (5-7 minutes)
Push chicken to one side, crack eggs into pan, and scramble briefly (3-4 minutes)
Add rice and stir to break apart, cooking until slightly crispy (8-10 minutes)
Incorporate white onion and garlic, sauté for 2 minutes
Add red bell pepper and pineapple, mix to soften vegetables (4 minutes)
Pour in the soy sauce mixture and green onion, stir-fry 2-3 minutes until coated and heated
Notes
Use halal-certified chicken breast for dietary compliance
Ensure rice is chilled for optimal stir-fry texture
Adjust hot sauce to personal spice preference
Yellow bell pepper is a viable substitute
Freeze rice in advance for convenience
Use other nut oils like peanut or macadamia if sesame is unavailable
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 25
- Category: trends
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 65mg