Ingredients and Weight: -Jasmine rice (day old), 6 cups -Unsalted butter, 2 tablespoons -Canola oil, 2 tablespoons -Yellow onion, 1 medium (about 1 cup chopped) -Red bell pepper, 1 medium (about 1 cup chopped) -Green bell pepper, 1 medium (about 1 cup chopped) -Carrots, 1 cup (peeled and chopped) -Pineapple, 1 cup (fresh or canned, chopped) -Frozen peas, 1 cup -Eggs, 2 large (beaten) -Soy sauce, ¼ cup -Hoisin sauce, ¼ cup -Sesame oil, 1 tablespoon -Chicken stock, 1 cup (optional)
Preparation Time: 15 minutes Cooking Time: 15 minutes Difficulty Level: 2
Preparation Method Steps: 1. In a large skillet or wok, heat the butter and canola oil over medium-high heat. 2. Add the onion and bell peppers and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. 3. Add the carrots and pineapple and cook for 2 more minutes. 4. Push the vegetables to the sides of the skillet and add the eggs. Scramble the eggs and break them into small pieces. 5. Add the rice to the skillet and stir to combine with the vegetables and eggs. 6. Stir in the soy sauce, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, and chicken stock (if using). 7. Cook until the rice is heated through and slightly browned, about 5 minutes. 8. Stir in the peas and cook for 1 minute more. 9. Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
Nutritional Information: - Calories: 350 per serving - Fat: 12 grams - Protein: 18 grams - Carbohydrates: 45 grams
Dish Characteristics: - Savory and umami-rich - Colorful and flavorful - Perfect for a quick and easy weeknight dinner
User Comments: - "This pineapple fried rice is absolutely delicious! The flavors are incredible and it's so easy to make." - "My family loves this recipe. It's become a regular in our dinner rotation." - "I substituted shrimp for the eggs and it turned out great. Highly recommend!"
Special Precautions and Tips: - For best results, use day-old rice. Freshly cooked rice will be too moist and won't fry well. - If you don't have chicken stock, you can use water or vegetable broth instead. - Be sure to stir the rice frequently during cooking to prevent it from burning.