Name: Hawaiian Fried Rice
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Hawaiian
Ingredients: 5 cups cold, cooked white rice; 1 cup diced ham; 1 red bell pepper, diced; 1 cup pineapple pieces; 3 large eggs; 4 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce; 1 tablespoon sesame oil; 1 teaspoon hot sauce; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (divided); 2 green onions (diced; divide the white and green parts); 3 cloves garlic (minced)

Description

Hawaiian Fried Rice is a vibrant and flavorful dish that beautifully blends sweet and savory elements in every bite. With juicy pineapple chunks, hearty diced ham, and colorful vegetables, this easy fried rice recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s an excellent way to make the most of leftover rice while delighting your family with a tropical twist. Whether served as a main dish or side, Hawaiian Fried Rice is sure to impress diners of all ages.

Ingredients

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5 cups cold, cooked white rice
1 cup diced ham
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 cup pineapple pieces
3 large eggs
4 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 teaspoon hot sauce
1 tablespoon vegetable oil (divided)
2 green onions (diced; divide the white and green parts)
3 cloves garlic (minced)

Instructions

In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, sesame oil, and hot sauce; set aside.
Heat ½ tablespoon vegetable oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add red bell pepper; cook until tender. Stir in diced ham and the white parts of green onions until browned. Add minced garlic; cook for another minute.
Transfer the mixture to a bowl. In the same skillet, heat remaining oil and add cold rice, breaking up clumps until heated through (about 8 minutes).
Push rice to one side; scramble eggs on the empty side until lightly set. Combine with rice and add back the ham mixture along with the prepared sauce.
Gently stir in pineapple pieces and green onion tops before serving warm.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Frying
Cuisine: Hawaiian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
Calories: 365
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 660mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 55g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 16g
Cholesterol: 145mg

Keywords: For added protein, consider mixing in shrimp or chicken. To make it vegetarian, replace ham with tofu. Use cold rice to prevent mushiness during cooking.