Description
Hawaiian Fried Rice brings island vibes straight to your dinner table with a zesty twist that’ll transport your taste buds to tropical paradise. Crispy ham, sweet pineapple chunks, and fluffy rice blend together for a quick and satisfying meal that makes weeknight cooking feel like a mini vacation.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein and Base:
- 2 cups cooked jasmine rice
- ½ cup diced ham
- 2 eggs
Vegetables and Fruit:
- ½ cup frozen peas and carrots
- 1 cup diced pineapple
- ½ onion, diced
- 2 garlic cloves
Seasonings and Oils:
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 green onions
Instructions
- Warm 1 tablespoon sesame oil in a large skillet at medium-high heat (375°F). Mince 2 garlic cloves and dice ½ onion into small pieces.
- Sauté the garlic and onion for exactly 60 seconds until their aroma fills your kitchen.
- Add ½ cup diced ham to the pan. Cook for 2-3 minutes, allowing the edges to turn golden brown.
- Create a clear space in the skillet and pour your 2 beaten eggs. Scramble them quickly until fully cooked, then blend with the ham.
- Introduce 2 cups cold jasmine rice to the skillet. Break apart any rice clumps with your spatula.
- Mix in 1 cup diced pineapple, ½ cup thawed frozen peas and carrots. Stir-fry everything for 4-5 minutes at 400°F.
- Drizzle 3 tablespoons soy sauce across the rice. Toss thoroughly to distribute the seasoning evenly.
- Continue cooking for another 90 seconds until all ingredients are heated completely.
- Sprinkle 2 chopped green onions on top just before serving for a fresh, bright finish.
Notes
- Use day-old cold rice for the best texture, as freshly cooked rice can get mushy and clump together when stir-frying.
- Choose a large skillet or wok with plenty of surface area to ensure each ingredient gets nicely caramelized and nothing steams instead of fries.
- For a lighter version, swap ham with grilled chicken or tofu and use reduced-sodium soy sauce to cut down on salt.
- If your family loves extra flavor, drizzle some sweet chili sauce or sriracha over the finished dish for a spicy kick.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Stir-Fried
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 730 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg