Description
Enjoy the perfect balance of sweet and savory with this Pineapple Shrimp Fried Rice. Featuring juicy shrimp, sweet pineapple, and fluffy rice, this dish comes together in just 25 minutes. It’s a healthy, one-pan meal that’s ideal for weeknights, family dinners, or entertaining guests.
This dish serves 6 people and provides 359 kcal per serving. Packed with protein, fiber, and fresh vegetables, it’s a nutritious yet satisfying meal. Customize it with your favorite veggies and proteins to make it your own!
Ingredients
Main Ingredients:
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 cups cooked brown rice (preferably chilled overnight)
- 1 ½ cups pineapple chunks (fresh or canned, drained)
- 1 large red bell pepper, diced
- ½ cup frozen peas
- 2 eggs, lightly beaten
- 3 green onions, sliced
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil (or sesame oil)
- ¼ cup roasted peanuts or cashews (optional, for garnish)
Seasoning & Sauce:
- 3 tbsp soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 1 tbsp fish sauce (optional, for umami flavor)
- 1 tbsp curry powder
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, minced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ tsp red chili flakes (optional, for heat)
- ½ lime, juiced
Instructions
Step 1: Prep the Ingredients
- Cook the rice ahead of time and chill it in the fridge for at least 4 hours (preferably overnight) to prevent mushiness.
- Dice the pineapple, bell pepper, and green onions. Mince the garlic and ginger.
- In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, fish sauce, curry powder, and red chili flakes.
Step 2: Cook the Shrimp
- Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until pink and opaque. Remove from the pan and set aside.
Step 3: Stir-Fry the Veggies & Eggs
- In the same pan, add 1 tbsp oil, garlic, and ginger. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the bell pepper and frozen peas, stirring for 2-3 minutes until tender.
- Push the veggies to one side of the pan, then pour in the beaten eggs. Scramble until fully cooked, then mix with the veggies.
Step 4: Add Rice & Pineapple
- Add the chilled rice and pineapple chunks, stirring continuously for 2-3 minutes.
- Pour in the soy sauce mixture and stir until the rice is well coated.
Step 5: Combine & Serve
- Return the cooked shrimp to the pan and toss everything together.
- Remove from heat and squeeze ½ lime juice over the rice.
- Garnish with green onions, peanuts, or cashews for extra crunch.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 15 min
- Category: dinner
- Cuisine: Asian, Thai, Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 359 kcal
- Sodium: 630mg
- Fat: 9g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g