Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Vegan Pineapple Fried Rice, a delightful dish that balances the sweetness of pineapple with savory tamari and colorful veggies. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, offering a healthy, gluten-free meal that’s sure to impress. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up this satisfying fried rice loaded with nutritious ingredients like brown rice, fresh vegetables, and tropical pineapple. Enjoy it as a standalone meal or pair it with your favorite protein for an extra boost. Plus, it makes fantastic leftovers!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4–5 cups cooked and chilled brown rice
- 2 cups pineapple chunks (fresh or frozen)
- 1 red bell pepper (diced)
- 3/4 cup green peas (frozen & thawed)
- 1 cup purple cabbage (shredded)
- 1/2 red onion (diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 4 tbsp tamari
- 1.5 tbsp maple syrup
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 3/4 tsp hot sauce or red chili flakes
Instructions
- Whisk together sauce ingredients in a small bowl and set aside.
- In a hot cast iron skillet, stir-fry pineapple chunks until caramelized; transfer to a bowl.
- Add bell pepper and onion to the skillet; stir-fry until slightly colored.
- Stir-fry cabbage for about one minute until wilted; add garlic until fragrant.
- Mix in rice and peas; pour in sauce and combine gently with reserved veggies.
- Serve garnished with fresh cilantro, scallions, and sesame seeds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 57g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg