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Tropical Pineapple Rice

Tropical Pineapple Rice: A Sweet Escape to Flavor Paradise

Tropical Pineapple Rice is a gluten-free, vegan dish that offers a quick and flavorful escape to a tropical paradise.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Gluten-Free, Tropical, Vegan
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Rice
  • 1 cup Jasmine Rice Can replace with quinoa or cauliflower rice for a low-carb option.
  • 1.5 cups Water Essential for cooking; use exactly 1.5 cups to avoid mushiness.
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Oil Can substitute with coconut oil or any neutral oil if needed.
For the Flavor Base
  • 2 cloves Garlic Freshly minced for aromatic depth.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger Grated ginger is recommended for optimal flavor release.
For the Sweet and Spicy Mix
  • 1 cup Diced Fresh Pineapple Substitutable with mango or papaya.
  • 2 tablespoons Sriracha Adjust quantity based on heat preference.
  • 2 tablespoons Coconut Aminos A gluten-free alternative to soy sauce.
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar Can swap with honey or maple syrup.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste.
  • to taste Red Chili Flakes Optional for extra heat.

Equipment

  • medium-sized saucepan

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Begin by heating 2 tablespoons of sesame oil in a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Add 2 minced garlic cloves and 1 tablespoon of freshly grated ginger to the hot oil and sauté for about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in 1 cup of jasmine rice, toasting it for about 2 minutes until golden.
  4. Add 1 cup of diced fresh pineapple, 2 tablespoons of sriracha, 2 tablespoons of coconut aminos, 1 tablespoon of sugar, and ½ teaspoon of salt; sauté for 1 additional minute.
  5. Pour in 1.5 cups of water, bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
  6. Remove from heat and let the saucepan sit covered for an extra 5 minutes.
  7. Remove the lid and fluff the rice with a fork.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 43gProtein: 4gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 500mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Toast jasmine rice adequately for depth of flavor. Measure water precisely to avoid mushy rice. Store leftovers in an airtight container.

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