This Vegan Pineapple Cashew Fried Rice Recipe is a delightful combination of sweet pineapple, crunchy cashews, and colorful vegetables. It’s a quick and easy vegan recipe that brings tropical flavors to your dinner table.
Perfect for a weeknight meal, this dish is not only satisfying but also packed with nutrients. You can customize it with your favorite vegetables or add more spices for an extra kick.
Quick and Easy Vegan Fried Rice
This fried rice features fluffy jasmine rice stir-fried with fresh pineapple, cashews, bell peppers, and peas, all tossed in a savory soy sauce. The recipe takes about 30 minutes from start to finish and serves 4 people.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked jasmine rice (preferably day-old)
- 1 cup fresh pineapple, diced
- 1/2 cup cashews, toasted
- 1 medium bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 3 green onions, chopped
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat the Vegetable Oil: In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
- Sauté Aromatics: Add the minced garlic and ginger, and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add Vegetables: Stir in the bell pepper and cook for 2-3 minutes until slightly softened. Then add the peas and diced pineapple, cooking for another 2 minutes.
- Add Rice: Add the cooked jasmine rice to the skillet, breaking up any clumps. Stir well to combine with the vegetables.
- Season: Pour in the soy sauce and sesame oil, mixing everything together. Cook for an additional 3-5 minutes, allowing the rice to heat through and absorb the flavors. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Finish: Stir in the toasted cashews and chopped green onions just before serving.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 4 servings
- Calories: 320kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
