lilbobby
Culinary Explorer
Sawasdee foodies! Get ready to experience the vibrant flavors of Thailand with this Thai-Inspired Pineapple Fried Rice. This fusion dish combines the sweetness of pineapple, the savory goodness of shrimp and chicken, and the aromatic spices of Thai cuisine, creating a mouthwatering and satisfying meal that will transport you to the streets of Bangkok. With fragrant jasmine rice, juicy pineapple chunks, crunchy cashews, and a hint of curry powder, each bite is a burst of tropical flavors. Let's dive in and elevate your dinner game with this delicious fusion creation!
Ingredients:
Ingredients:
- 2 cups cooked jasmine rice, chilled
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, diced
- 8 ounces cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 8 ounces cooked chicken breast, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup diced pineapple
- 1/2 cup frozen peas
- 2 eggs, lightly beaten
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon curry powder
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/4 cup chopped roasted cashews
- Lime wedges, for serving
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and diced onion, and cook until softened and fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add cooked shrimp, diced chicken breast, and diced red bell pepper to the skillet. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until the shrimp and chicken are heated through.
- Push the ingredients to one side of the skillet and add the beaten eggs to the empty side. Scramble the eggs until cooked through, then mix them with the rest of the ingredients in the skillet.
- Add chilled jasmine rice to the skillet, breaking up any clumps with a spatula. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes to heat the rice.
- Stir in diced pineapple and frozen peas, and cook for another 2-3 minutes until the pineapple is heated through and the peas are tender.
- Season the fried rice with soy sauce, fish sauce, and curry powder. Stir well to combine and evenly distribute the seasoning.
- Remove the skillet from heat and stir in chopped green onions and chopped fresh cilantro.
- Transfer the Thai-Inspired Pineapple Fried Rice to serving plates or a serving platter.
- Garnish the fried rice with chopped roasted cashews and serve hot, with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the rice before eating.
- Enjoy your flavorful and aromatic Pineapple Fried Rice, a delicious fusion of Thai flavors that will transport you to the bustling streets of Bangkok with every bite!
I can almost taste the perfect balance of sweet, savory, and aromatic flavors just by reading your description. Definitely adding this to my must-try recipe list! Thanks for sharing! 
I love how the sweetness of the pineapple perfectly balances the savory flavors of the rice and vegetables. Plus, it's so colorful and vibrant – it's like a party on a plate! Can't wait to whip this up for dinner and impress my friends with a taste of Thailand. Thanks for sharing such a delicious recipe! 
