Fried rice is a staple in Thai cuisine, enjoyed daily in countless variations featuring different meats or seafood. One beloved version, pineapple fried rice, is traditionally paired with prawns. This dish combines the perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors, making it a hit with the whole family. To ensure your pineapple fried rice turns out perfectly, follow these simple tips below!
Serves 2.
2 tablespoons oil
25 g cashew nuts
150 g prawns, peeled and deveined
2 garlic cloves, chopped
50 g yellow onion, chopped
150 g pineapple, cut into 1 cm cubes
2 teaspoons Indian curry powder
400 g rice, cooked and chilled
2 tablespoons light soy sauce
1 tablespoon oyster sauce
1 beaten egg
10 g spring onion, coarsely chopped
3 coriander sprigs, coarsely chopped
Garnish:
2 lime wedges
A few cucumber slices
Heat the oil and brown the cashew nuts, stirring constantly so that they become evenly brown. Then place on kitchen paper.
Stir-fry the prawns until they are about 70% cooked (one to two minutes depending on size), then add the garlic and onion and brown briefly. Then add the pineapple and curry powder. Mix briefly.
Add the rice, then the soy sauce and oyster sauce. Stir vigorously and then push all the rice to one side of the pan or wok and scramble the egg on the other side. When the egg is dry, combine all the ingredients, including the cashew nuts, spring onion and coriander.
Serve immediately. Garnish with lime and cucumber.
Tips for Success:
Quick Execution is Key:The success of this recipe relies on speed. Make sure to reheat and season the rice evenly in the shortest time possible. If the rice stays too long in contact with the pineapple, it will absorb the juice and lose its ideal texture.
Prepare the Rice in Advance:Use rice that has been cooked ahead of time and refrigerated. For the best results, use rice that was cooked the day before—it will be firmer and easier to stir-fry without becoming mushy.
Choose the Right Pineapple:Opt for a young or slightly sour pineapple variety. These are less juicy and provide the perfect level of tartness. If your pineapple is overly ripe or too sweet, drain it thoroughly to avoid adding excess juice to the dish. To balance the sweetness, garnish with extra lime juice to restore the signature sweet-and-sour harmony.
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