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Hawaiian Fried Rice

This **Hawaiian Fried Rice** recipe is a flavorful fusion of savory ham, sweet pineapple, and colorful vegetables, all brought together with a delicious sweet and sour sauce. It's perfect for a quick weeknight meal, and the added tangy sauce elevates the dish to a tropical paradise!
Prep Time10 minutes
Active Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: dinner
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Hawaiian Fried Rice
Yield: 4

Materials

Fried Rice:

  • - **2 cups cooked rice** preferably day-old 🍚
  • - **1/2 lb ham** diced 🍖
  • - **1 cup pineapple chunks** 🍍
  • - **1/2 cup peas** 🟢
  • - **1/2 cup carrots** diced 🥕
  • - **1/4 cup green onions** sliced 🌿
  • - **2 tbsp soy sauce** 🥢
  • - **1 tbsp sesame oil** 🫒
  • - **2 eggs** lightly beaten 🥚
  • - **Salt and pepper** to taste 🧂

Sweet and Sour Sauce:

  • - **1/2 cup pineapple juice** 🍍
  • - **1/4 cup ketchup** 🍅
  • - **2 tbsp soy sauce** 🥢
  • - **1 tbsp rice vinegar** 🍚
  • - **1 tbsp brown sugar** 🍬
  • - **1 tsp cornstarch** dissolved in **2 tsp water** 🌽

Instructions

Prepare the Skillet:

  • - Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat and coat the surface with **1 tablespoon sesame oil**. 🫒

Cook Ham and Vegetables:

  • - Add the diced **ham**, **carrots**, and **peas** to the skillet. Stir frequently for **2-3 minutes** until the veggies start to soften and the ham is heated through. 🍖🥕🟢

Scramble the Eggs:

  • - Push the ham and veggies to one side of the skillet to create space. Pour the beaten **eggs** into the empty area and scramble them until fully cooked. Mix the scrambled eggs back into the ham and veggie mixture. 🍳

Add the Rice and Pineapple:

  • - Stir in the **cooked rice**, **pineapple chunks**, and **green onions**. Pour **2 tablespoons of soy sauce** over the mixture and continue to stir-fry everything for **6-8 minutes** until the rice is hot and evenly mixed. Season with **salt and pepper** to taste. 🍚🍍

Make the Sweet and Sour Sauce:

  • - In a small saucepan, combine **pineapple juice**, **ketchup**, **soy sauce**, **rice vinegar**, and **brown sugar**. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat. Add the **cornstarch** slurry and stir constantly until the sauce thickens, about **2 minutes**. 🍍🍅🍬

Serve:

  • - Plate the fried rice and drizzle the **sweet and sour sauce** on top, or serve the sauce on the side for dipping. Garnish with extra green onions if desired. 🌿