This Pineapple Cashew Fried Rice is sweet and spicy. It’s packed with flavor and will leave your taste buds satisfied. Plus, it’s super easy to make.
This pineapple fried rice recipe was inspired by a meal I ate on the streets of Bangkok during my trip to Thailand. I really liked the combination of sweet pineapple with Thai spices.
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The Ingredients
Pineapple
Basmati Rice
Onion
Bell Pepper
Green Onion
Cashew
Soy Sauce
Ginger
Sesame Oil
See the Recipe card for quantities
Step-by-step preparation with photos
Step 1: Prepare all your ingredients
Step 2: In a large non-stick skillet over medium heat, add the onion, bell pepper, and ginger, cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly. (if you are not using a non-stick skillet, add 1 tablespoon vegetable oil).
Step 3: After 2 minutes, add the pineapple and cashew, and continue cooking, stirring, for 4 minutes or until the vegetables are tender but still crunchy.
Add the rice, soy sauce, and sesame oil, cook, stirring, for 4 minutes, and mix. Season to taste and sprinkle with the green onion and cilantro, if desired.
FAQ'S
The pineapple fried rice can be kept in the fridge for up to 4 days. You can also freeze it for up to 3 months.
Jasmine or Basmati. For fried rice, use rice cooked the day before. It's slightly drier than freshly prepared rice, and it won't stick in the pan
Pineapple Cashew Fried Rice
Ingredients
- 1 onion diced
- 1 bell pepper diced
- 1 tablespoon ginger finely chopped
- 2 cups basmati rice cooked
- 1 tablespoon Soy Sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 ½ cup chopped fresh pineapple
- ½ cup raw unsalted and chopped cashews
- ¾ cup chopped green onions
- Salt and Pepper To Taste
Instructions
- In a large non-stick skillet over medium heat, add the onion, ginger, and cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly. (if you are not using a non-stick skillet, add 1 tablespoon vegetable oil).
- After 2 minutes, add the pineapple, bell pepper, and cashew, continue cooking, stirring, for 4 minutes or until the vegetables are tender but still crunchy.
- Add the rice, soy sauce, and sesame oil, cook, stirring, 4 minutes, and mix. Season to taste and sprinkle with the green onion and cilantro, if desired.
Ali
This pineapple fried rice was delicious! Made it as a side for coconut shrimp and it went perfectly.
Sophie Viau
Hi Ali,
That sounds like a fantastic combination!
Elisa
Love this Pineapple Cashew Fried Rice recipe, is fun and easy. Haven't try with cashew before so this would be good to make for dinner. Looks delicious. Thanks for sharing 🙂
Sophie Viau
Hi Elisa,
Thank you for trying out the recipe and sharing your positive feedback. I hope you continue to enjoy experimenting with new flavors and creating tasty meals
Akshita Pillai
Loved this recipe! It is so delicious
Sophie Viau
Thank you 🙂
Kerri
This is so unique a delicious! I love the sweetness the pineapple adds to this dish! Will definitely make this again
Sophie Viau
Hi Kerri,
The sweetness from the pineapple is indeed a delightful addition to the flavors. Thank you for trying out the recipe and for sharing your positive feedback.
Anjali
Love this twist on regular fried rice!! We served it with a tofu stir fry and it was delicious!
Sophie Viau
Hi Anjali!
Serving it with a tofu stir fry sounds like a fantastic combination, and I'm glad it turned out delicious for youà
nancy
oh i haven't had a good pineapple fried rice in a while. the flavours of this one is perfect and refreshing.
dana
I just love the bright and nourishing flavors in this dish! And it's perfect for weeknights.
Ned
So awesome! The combo of sweet and salty was amazing with this rice. Thank you for the recipe!
Nikki
My kids are big fans of fried rice and they loved this version with pineapple!
Tavo
This Pineapple Cashew Fried Rice is an absolute delight! The blend of sweet pineapple with the crunch of cashews creates a flavor harmony that's hard to resist. You've nailed the balance of savory and sweet perfectly, making this dish a new staple in my kitchen. Keep up the fantastic work!
Sophie Viau
Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the Pineapple Cashew Fried Rice.