Description

Pineapple Ham Fried Rice is a flavorful and colorful dish that combines sweet pineapple chunks, smoky ham, fluffy day-old rice, and fresh vegetables. This easy-to-make meal balances sweet and savory flavors while delivering a satisfying texture with tender ham, juicy pineapple, and crisp veggies. Perfect for quick weeknight dinners or meal prep, it’s versatile, customizable, and even better as leftovers.

Ingredients

Scale

Base Ingredients

3 cups cooked day-old long-grain white rice or jasmine rice
1 cup diced smoked or honey-glazed ham
1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned, drained)
2 large eggs, lightly beaten

Vegetables & Aromatics

3 green onions, chopped
1/2 cup diced carrots
1/2 cup peas (fresh or frozen)
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp fresh ginger, minced

Seasonings & Oil

2 tbsp soy sauce (or gluten-free tamari)
2 tbsp vegetable oil or canola oil

Instructions

Prep Your Ingredients: Dice the ham and vegetables, chop the green onions, and drain the pineapple chunks. Break up any clumps in the cooked day-old rice to ensure even cooking.
Cook the Eggs: Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a wok or large pan over medium-high heat, scramble the beaten eggs until just cooked, then remove them from the pan and set aside.
Sauté Aromatics and Veggies: Add the remaining oil to the pan and stir-fry the minced garlic and ginger until fragrant. Toss in diced carrots and peas (or choice of vegetables) and stir-fry until tender-crisp.
Add Ham and Pineapple: Stir in the diced ham and pineapple chunks, allowing them to warm through and caramelize slightly to enhance their flavors.
Fry the Rice: Add the rice to the pan, stirring constantly to evenly coat the grains with the ingredients, and to fry off excess moisture for a perfect texture.
Season and Combine: Drizzle in the soy sauce, then mix in the cooked eggs and chopped green onions. Stir everything together thoroughly to create a cohesive and flavorful fried rice.

Notes

Use chilled, day-old rice to prevent sogginess and achieve ideal fried texture.
Cook in batches if your pan is small to avoid overcrowding and ensure even browning.
Add soy sauce gradually to balance saltiness and flavor.
Cook on high heat for better searing without steaming.
Customize protein by swapping ham for shrimp, chicken, tofu, or other preferred options.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Stir-Frying
Cuisine: Asian Fusion

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup
Calories: 320 kcal
Sugar: 6 g
Sodium: 700 mg
Fat: 10 g
Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 40 g
Fiber: 2 g
Protein: 12 g
Cholesterol: 100 mg

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