Pineapple Fried Rice

Instead of using fresh pineapple, use a small can of pineapple tidbits. For more color and flavor, throw in some raisins.

Prep and Cooking Time 35 minutes

1/3 cup oil
3 cloves garlic, chopped
2 shallots, chopped
3 tablespoons dried shrimps
1/2 cup shrimps, deveined and chopped
1/2 cup crabmeat, shredded
1/2 cup Chinese sausage, chopped
1/4 cup curry powder
3 cups cooked rice
2 tablespoons fish sauce
2 teaspoons light soy sauce
salt and pepper to taste
2 teaspoons brown sugar
1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper
1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
1/2 cup pineapple, chopped
2 red chilies, chopped (optional)

For garnish
2 eggs, scrambled and chopped
crispy-fried sliced shallots

1  Prepare pineapple by cutting it in half, lengthwise. Cut out the flesh and scoop out the juice. Invert pineapple to drain out remaining juice. Set aside.

2  Sauté garlic and shallots in oil. Then add dried shrimps and cook until toasted.

3  Put in shrimps, crabmeat, and Chinese sausage. Stir until cooked.

4  Add in curry powder and sauté until fragrant.

5  Mix in rice and coat with the curry.

6  Combine seasonings in a small bowl and drizzle over rice. Mix well to distribute flavors.

7  Add in remaining ingredients and transfer rice to your pineapple boat.

8  Garnish with chopped eggs and crispy fried shallots.

Photography by Ocs Alvarez

• Mavs Apr 02 2010 @ 06:32pm Report Abuse

     

  I love the presentation!