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Pineapple Rice

Delicious Pineapple Rice: A Quick Vegan Tropical Treat

This Pineapple Rice is a quick, gluten-free, and vegan dish that bursts with tropical flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Tropical, Vegan
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil coconut or olive oil recommended
  • 1.5 cups uncooked rice jasmine or basmati
  • 2 cups water
For the Aromatics
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic fresh
  • 1 tablespoon minced ginger fresh
For the Sweetness
  • 1 cup diced pineapple fresh or drained canned
  • 1 teaspoon sugar maple syrup can be used
For the Flavor Boosters
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha adjust heat to taste
  • 1 tablespoon coconut aminos gluten-free option
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt adjust to meet dietary needs
  • to taste red chili flakes optional

Equipment

  • Saucepan

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Pineapple Rice
  1. In a medium saucepan, heat 1 tablespoon of oil over medium heat. Once hot, add minced garlic and ginger. Sauté for about 5 minutes.
  2. Add 1½ cups of uncooked rice to the pan, stirring to coat each grain. Toast for about 2 minutes until lightly golden.
  3. Stir in diced pineapple, sriracha, coconut aminos, sugar, and salt. Sauté for an additional minute.
  4. Pour in 2 cups of water and bring to a rapid boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and let simmer for 15 minutes.
  5. After 15 minutes, turn off heat and let the rice rest for 5 more minutes. Fluff with a fork before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Ensure the water-to-rice ratio is precise to avoid mushy rice. Fresh pineapple provides the best flavor.

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