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Pineapple Shrimp Fried Rice

Cultural Context

Pineapple shrimp fried rice is a vibrant dish originating from Thailand, where the combination of sweet pineapple and savory shrimp reflects the country's love for balancing flavors. Traditionally, it is served in a pineapple boat, making it a festive dish for gatherings and celebrations. Today, variations of this dish can be found in Thai restaurants worldwide, showcasing its global appeal and adaptability to local ingredients.

ThaiTHmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 lb shrimp
1 cup pineapple, diced
3 cups cooked rice
2 large eggs
4 green onions, chopped
1/2 cup onions, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon curry powder
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon sugar
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 lime, juiced
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup roasted cashew nuts

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

shrimp

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken

Tofu offers a plant-based option while chicken is often less expensive.

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: salt

Soy sauce is a lower-sodium alternative, while salt is a budget-friendly option.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Coconut oil adds flavor, while canola oil is often cheaper.

pineapple

🥗Healthier: mango

💰Cheaper: canned pineapple

Mango provides a different sweetness, while canned pineapple is often less expensive.

1

Cut through the bottom of the pineapple towards the top, leaving the leaves on for display.

2

Cut the top off the pineapple and scoop out the inside carefully, avoiding cutting through the skin.

3

Remove the core of the pineapple and scoop out the remaining fruit, placing it in a bowl.

4

Cube the pineapple into small pieces for the fried rice.

5

Chop two small onions into small pieces, similar in size to the pineapple cubes.

6

Cut the white ends of the spring onions into 1 centimeter pieces and slice the green ends thinly for garnish.

7

Prepare the shrimp by removing the shells and cutting them into 2 centimeter pieces, leaving some tails on for presentation.

8

Boil water and add the shrimp, cooking them until they turn pink and opaque, then remove them from the water.

9

Separate the large shrimp into one bowl and the small shrimp pieces into another bowl.

10

Gather all ingredients: one day old rice, shrimp, egg, garnish, onions, chopped spring onions, roasted cashew nuts, garlic, pineapple, lime, soy sauce, curry powder, and sugar.

11

Heat vegetable oil in a wok and add garlic, sautéing briefly.

12

Crack two eggs into the wok and scramble them quickly.

13

Add the prepped rice to the wok, stirring to combine and heat through.

14

Stir in the shrimp, pineapple, onions, and cashew nuts, mixing well.

15

Add soy sauce, curry powder, and sugar, adjusting seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.

16

Finish with a squeeze of lime juice and garnish with green onions before serving.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingstir-frying

Equipment Needed

wokknifecutting boardbowlspatula

Spice Level:

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Allergens

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Also Known As

Thai Pineapple Fried RiceKhao Pad Sapparot

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