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Shrimp-Pineapple Fried Rice

Here's how you make Shrimp-Pineapple Fried Rice
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  • Servings: 6
  • Prep: 15m
  • Cook: 8-10m
  • The following recipe serves 6 people.

Ingredients

The ingredients are:
  • 2 to 3 teaspoons sesame oil
  • 1 pound raw shrimp (peeled and deveined)
  • 1 tablespoon oil (olive oil)
  • 3 garlic cloves (minced)
  • 1 tablespoon grated fresh gingerroot
  • 2 cups pineapple tidbits (canned or fresh)
  • 3 to 4 cups cooked long-grain rice (cold)
  • 5 green onions (finely chopped)
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 to 2 teaspoons chili-garlic paste (or sriracha)
  • 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (toasted)
  • 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro leaves (optional)
We recommend you get your ingredients ready before you start cooking. Once you're ready, here are the steps to making this delicious recipe

How to Make

  • Step 1: Heat wok (or large skillet) over high heat until a few drops of water evaporate immediately. (If using a nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat.) Swirl sesame oil in pan to coat.

  • Step 2: Add shrimp, and stir-fry 3 minutes or until done. Transfer to a large bowl; cover and keep warm.

  • Step 3: Heat olive oil in wok over high heat (medium-high, if using a nonstick skillet).

  • Step 4: Add pineapple tidbits and sear over increased heat to caramelize!

  • Step 5: Add garlic and ginger; cook 30 seconds or until fragrant.

  • Step 6: Stir in cold cooked rice; Stir-fry 1 to 3 minutes or until heated through.

  • Step 7: Stir in green onions, and cooked shrimp.

  • Step 8: Combine soy sauce and chili-garlic paste in a small bowl; stir into rice mixture. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and cilantro, and serve immediately.


Tips & Variations

Don't forget the following tips and variations.
  • 3-4 cups cold cooked rice

We hope you enjoy this recipe!

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