Description
This vibrant and flavorful Thai Pineapple Fried Rice combines fragrant jasmine rice with sweet pineapple, colorful bell peppers, peas, and a blend of savory sauces. Quick and easy to prepare, it’s a perfect dish for a satisfying meal that captures the essence of Thai street food with a delicious balance of sweet, salty, and umami flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables & Aromatics
- 2 garlic cloves, finely minced
- 1/2 onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 red capsicum / bell pepper, diced (~ 3/4 cup)
- 1/2 cup frozen peas
- 1/2 cup green onion, sliced
Rice & Pineapple
- 3 cups day old jasmine rice, cooked
- 1 1/2 cups pineapple pieces, fresh or canned drained (~220g)
Oils & Sauces
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 1/2 tbsp fish sauce
- 1 1/2 tbsp light or all-purpose soy sauce (not dark soy)
- 1 tbsp Thai seasoning (Gold Mountain)
- 1/2 tsp sugar
Instructions
- Heat the oil: Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a wok or large non-stick skillet over high heat to prepare for stir-frying.
- Sauté aromatics: Add the finely minced garlic cloves and chopped onion to the hot oil, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant and translucent.
- Cook the bell peppers: Add the diced red capsicum to the wok and stir-fry for another 1 minute to soften slightly while maintaining crunch.
- Add peas: Toss in the frozen peas and stir for 30 seconds to warm them through.
- Incorporate rice and sauces: Add the 3 cups of day-old jasmine rice and all the sauce ingredients (1 tbsp oyster sauce, 1 1/2 tbsp fish sauce, 1 1/2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp Thai seasoning, and 1/2 tsp sugar). Stir constantly for about 2 minutes until the rice is evenly coated and begins to caramelize slightly.
- Mix in pineapple: Add the pineapple pieces and stir for just 30 seconds to warm them through without overcooking.
- Finish with green onions: Stir in the sliced green onions just before serving to add freshness and color.
Notes
- Use day-old jasmine rice that has been chilled in the fridge for the best texture to avoid mushy fried rice.
- You can substitute fresh pineapple with canned pineapple pieces, ensuring they are well drained to avoid soggy rice.
- Adjust seasoning and sauces based on personal taste preference for saltiness and sweetness.
- For a vegetarian version, replace oyster and fish sauce with soy sauce or vegetarian alternatives.
- Serve immediately for optimal flavor and texture.
