Vegan Pineapple Fried Rice

🧾 Ingredients (2–3 servings)

• 3 cups cooked rice (cold, day-old works best)

• 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned, drained)

• 2 tbsp oil (sesame or vegetable)

• 1 small onion, chopped

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 cup mixed vegetables (carrot, peas, bell pepper)

• ½ cup green onions, sliced

• 2–3 tbsp soy sauce or tamari

• 1 tsp curry powder (optional but traditional)

• ½ tsp black pepper

• Salt to taste

• 1–2 tbsp roasted cashews or peanuts (optional)

• Lime wedges (for serving)

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Heat oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat.

2. Sauté onion and garlic until fragrant.

3. Add vegetables and cook 2–3 minutes.

4. Stir in pineapple and cook 1 minute.

5. Add rice, breaking up clumps.

6. Season with soy sauce, curry powder, pepper, and salt.

7. Toss well and stir-fry 3–4 minutes until hot.

8. Finish with green onions and nuts.

🍽️ Serving Ideas

• Serve with chili sauce or sriracha

• Garnish with lime juice and fresh coriander

• Great as a main or side dish