Description
Vegan Pineapple Fried Rice is a vibrant and delicious dish that beautifully blends the sweetness of pineapple with savory stir-fried vegetables and wholesome brown rice. This quick recipe, ready in just 30 minutes, is perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep, making it an ideal choice for families and gatherings alike. Packed with nutrients, this gluten-free delight can be customized to your taste by adding seasonal veggies or adjusting the spice level. Serve it alongside fresh herbs, lime wedges, or crispy tofu to elevate your meal experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4–5 cups cooked 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
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together tamari, maple syrup, minced garlic, and other sauce ingredients; set aside.
- Heat a cast iron skillet over high heat. Stir-fry pineapple chunks until caramelized; transfer to a bowl.
- Stir-fry diced bell pepper and onion until lightly charred; remove from heat.
- Add purple cabbage to the skillet and stir-fry until wilted; then add garlic until fragrant.
- Add cooked rice and green peas, pour in the sauce, and mix in all reserved veggies.
- Garnish with cilantro, scallions, sesame seeds, and lime juice before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 530mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg