Description
Easy Vegan Pineapple Fried Rice is a vibrant and delicious dish that perfectly marries sweet and savory flavors. This quick and healthy meal features colorful vegetables and the natural sweetness of pineapple, all while being gluten-free. It’s an ideal recipe for busy weeknights, family gatherings, or meal prep, as it can be made in just 30 minutes. The mouthwatering tamari sauce, combined with fresh veggies, creates a delightful taste experience that’s both nutritious and satisfying. Whether enjoyed as a main course or side dish, this vegan fried rice is sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4–5 cups cooked brown rice (chilled)
- 2 cups pineapple chunks (fresh or frozen)
- 1 red bell pepper (diced)
- 3/4 cup green peas (frozen & thawed)
- 1 cup shredded purple cabbage
- 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
- 1/2 tsp ground ginger (optional)
Instructions
- Whisk together tamari, maple syrup, garlic powder, hot sauce, and ginger in a small bowl; set aside.
- In a hot cast iron skillet, stir-fry pineapple until caramelized; remove and set aside.
- Sauté bell pepper and onion until slightly colored; remove from skillet.
- Stir-fry cabbage for one minute; add minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add chilled rice and peas; pour in the sauce and mix in reserved veggies.
- Garnish with cilantro, scallions, sesame seeds, and lime.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 67g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg