Description

Experience the vibrant and delicious flavors of Vegan Pineapple Fried Rice, a quick and easy dish perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep. This delightful recipe blends sweet pineapple with colorful vegetables, all tossed in a savory tamari sauce that brings everything together. With its wholesome ingredients and gluten-free profile, this dish is not only satisfying but also makes for fantastic leftovers. Customize it with your favorite veggies or plant-based proteins to create a meal that suits your taste. Whether you’re serving it as a main dish or as part of a larger spread, this Vegan Pineapple Fried Rice is sure to impress everyone at your table.

Ingredients

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4–5 cups brown rice (cooked and chilled)
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
1/2 tsp garlic powder
Optional: hot sauce or red chili flakes to taste

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Instructions

In a small bowl, whisk together tamari, maple syrup, garlic powder, and hot sauce; set aside.
Heat a seasoned cast iron skillet over high heat. Stir-fry pineapple chunks until caramelized, then set aside.
In the same skillet, sauté diced bell pepper and onion until slightly colored; remove and reserve with pineapple.
Stir-fry purple cabbage for one minute before adding minced garlic; cook until fragrant.
Add chilled brown rice and green peas to the skillet along with the reserved vegetables. Pour in the sauce and mix gently.
Serve warm, garnished with cilantro, scallions, sesame seeds, and lime juice.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Frying
Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 310
Sugar: 7g
Sodium: 520mg
Fat: 5g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 62g
Fiber: 6g
Protein: 8g
Cholesterol: 0mg