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Pineapple Chicken Recipe | Quick + Easy Weeknight Dinner Idea

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Coconut Rice is a beloved dish in South India, often served alongside curries and spicy dishes. It highlights the region's abundant coconut harvest, showcasing its versatility and flavor. Traditionally enjoyed during festivals and celebrations, this dish has gained popularity worldwide, inspiring various adaptations in different cuisines.

Ingredients

  • rice
  • coconut milk
  • coconut flakes
  • onion
  • ginger
  • garlic
  • green chilies
  • curry leaves
  • mustard seeds
  • salt
  • oil
  • water

Instructions

  1. 1Rinse rice under cold water until water runs clear.
  2. 2Soak rice in water for 30 minutes, then drain.
  3. 3Heat oil in a pot over medium heat until shimmering.
  4. 4Add mustard seeds and cook until they pop, about 1-2 minutes.
  5. 5Stir in chopped onion, ginger, garlic, and green chilies; sauté until fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
  6. 6Add curry leaves and cook for another minute.
  7. 7Pour in coconut milk and water, then add drained rice and salt.
  8. 8Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover.
  9. 9Cook for 15-20 minutes until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
  10. 10Remove from heat and let sit covered for 5 minutes.
  11. 11Fluff rice with a fork and stir in coconut flakes.

Ingredient Alternatives

coconut milk

Healthier: almond milk

Cheaper: water + coconut extract

Almond milk reduces calories while maintaining a coconut flavor.

coconut flakes

Healthier: toasted oats

Cheaper: shredded coconut

Toasted oats add texture and are often less expensive.

Techniques

sautéingsteaming

Equipment

potspatulameasuring cups
🌶️🌶️🌶️Mediumcoconut

Also Known As

Nasi LemakKhao Mamuang

Ingredients

  • 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks
  • 1/2 cup bell pepper, diced
  • 1/2 cup onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. 1In a bowl, mix soy sauce, honey, cornstarch, black pepper, and salt to create a marinade.
  2. 2Add the chicken pieces to the marinade and let it sit for at least 30 minutes.
  3. 3Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. 4Add the marinated chicken to the skillet and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
  5. 5Add minced garlic, diced onion, and bell pepper to the skillet and sauté for another 3-4 minutes.
  6. 6Stir in the pineapple chunks and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.
  7. 7If desired, add red pepper flakes for extra spice.
  8. 8Serve hot over rice or noodles.

Equipment

large skilletmixing bowlcutting boardknife
🌶️🌶️🌶️Low

Ingredients

  • 1 cup jasmine rice
  • 1 1/2 cups coconut milk
  • 1 cup fresh pineapple, diced
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 cup shredded coconut (optional)
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. 1Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
  2. 2In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed rice, coconut milk, water, sugar, and salt. Stir to combine.
  3. 3Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat.
  4. 4Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and let it simmer for about 15-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
  5. 5Remove the saucepan from heat and let it sit, covered, for an additional 5 minutes.
  6. 6Fluff the rice with a fork and stir in the diced pineapple, lime juice, and shredded coconut (if using).
  7. 7Taste and adjust sweetness if necessary by adding more sugar.
  8. 8Serve warm, garnished with chopped cilantro.

Equipment

medium saucepanforkmeasuring cupsmeasuring spoons

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