Pineapple Rice Recipe
A vibrant and flavorful Pineapple Rice recipe combining aromatic garlic, fresh ginger, and sweet pineapple with a hint of spice. This one-pot dish is perfect as a side or a light main, offering a delightful tropical twist to traditional rice.
- Author: Jeannette
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Total Time: 32 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian Fusion
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon oil (avocado or olive)
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 2-inch knob fresh ginger root (grated)
- 1 cup uncooked white rice (Jasmine or Basmati)
- 2 cups fresh or frozen pineapple (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon sriracha
- 1 tablespoon coconut aminos (or soy sauce)
- 1 teaspoon coconut sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon red chili flakes
- 1½ cups water
- Sauté Aromatics: Heat the oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for about 5 minutes until fragrant and fragrant but not browned.
- Toast Rice: Add the uncooked white rice to the saucepan and stir frequently, toasting for about 2 minutes to enhance its flavor.
- Add Pineapple and Seasonings: Mix in the chopped pineapple, sriracha, coconut aminos (or soy sauce), coconut sugar, salt, and red chili flakes. Sauté for an additional minute to combine flavors.
- Cook Rice: Pour in 1½ cups water and bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium-low, cover the pot, and simmer for about 15 minutes until the water has fully evaporated and the rice is tender.
- Rest and Fluff: Remove the pot from heat and let it rest, still covered, for 5 more minutes. After resting, fluff the rice gently with a fork to separate the grains before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute coconut aminos with soy sauce if preferred.
- Adjust the amount of sriracha and chili flakes to suit your spice tolerance.
- Using jasmine or basmati rice will provide the best texture and aroma.
- For a vegan version, ensure the sriracha does not contain any animal products.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Keywords: pineapple rice, tropical rice dish, spicy pineapple rice, garlic ginger rice, Asian fusion side dish, gluten free side