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Thai Pineapple Rice

Thai Pineapple Rice is a delightful and aromatic dish that perfectly combines the sweetness of pineapple with the savory flavors of rice, vegetables, and spices. This vibrant and colorful recipe is a staple in Thai cuisine, offering a harmonious blend of tastes and textures.
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Thai Pineapple Rice, also known as Khao Pad Sapparot, is a popular Thai street food dish. It features fragrant jasmine rice stir-fried with fresh pineapple, juicy prawns (or chicken/tofu for a vegetarian version), vegetables, and a medley of seasonings. The combination of tangy pineapple, tender protein, and aromatic spices creates a symphony of flavors that will transport your taste buds to Thailand.

Ingredients

2 cups cooked jasmine rice, preferably chilled
1 cup pineapple chunks, fresh or canned
200 grams prawns (or chicken/tofu), peeled and deveined
1/2 cup mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, bell peppers), finely diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon fish sauce (or soy sauce for a vegetarian version)
1 tablespoon curry powder
1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
1/4 cup roasted cashews, chopped (optional)
Fresh cilantro leaves, for garnish
4 Servings

Prep Time:

0 Hrs 15 Mins

Cook Time:

0 Hrs 20 Mins

Total TIme:

0 Hrs 0 Mins

Directions

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Heat oil in a large pan or wok over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.

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Add prawns (or chicken/tofu) and stir-fry until cooked through. Remove from the pan and set aside.

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In the same pan, add mixed vegetables and pineapple chunks. Stir-fry for a couple of minutes until slightly tender.

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Push the vegetables and pineapple to one side of the pan and add chilled jasmine rice to the other side. Break up any clumps of rice and stir-fry for a few minutes until heated through.

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In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, fish sauce (or soy sauce), curry powder, and turmeric powder. Mix well.

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Pour the sauce over the rice and mix everything together until well-coated. Cook for another 2-3 minutes.

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Add the cooked prawns (or chicken/tofu) back to the pan and toss everything together.

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Remove from heat and garnish with chopped cashews and fresh cilantro leaves.

Tips for this recipe

For extra flavor and a touch of Thai heat, you can add a teaspoon of Thai chili paste (nam prik pao) to the sauce mixture. Adjust the spiciness according to your preference. Serve the Thai Pineapple Rice in hollowed-out pineapple shells for an impressive presentation.

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