Tiki-Style Pineapple Fried Rice with Shrimp
A vibrant fried rice bursting with sweet pineapple, succulent shrimp, and aromatic island spices inspired by Polynesian flavors. This asian fusion-inspired seafood ready in about 20 minutes pairs day-old cooked jasmine rice, peeled and deveined medium shrimp, fresh pineapple chunks for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 4 cups, day-old cooked jasmine rice
- 12 oz, peeled and deveined medium shrimp
- 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks
- 3 tbsp vegetable oil
- 3 cloves minced garlic
- 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp fish sauce
- 1/4 tsp ground white pepper
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
- 4, for serving lime wedges
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Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 12 oz medium shrimp and sauté for 2-3 minutes until pink and opaque; remove shrimp and set aside.
- Step 2: In the same wok, add 1 tbsp vegetable oil, then 3 minced garlic cloves and 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper. Stir-fry for 1-2 minutes until fragrant and peppers soften.
- Step 3: Add 4 cups day-old cooked jasmine rice, breaking up any clumps with a spatula. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until heated through and beginning to crisp slightly.
- Step 4: Stir in 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks, cooked shrimp, 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp fish sauce, and 1/4 tsp ground white pepper. Toss continuously for 2 minutes until the sauce is evenly absorbed and the rice is glossy.
- Step 5: Remove from heat, fold in 1/4 cup chopped green onions and 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro.
- Step 6: Serve hot with 4 lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the rice, adding a bright finishing touch.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Tiki-Style Pineapple Fried Rice with Shrimp take to make?
Total time is about 20 minutes (10 min prep + 10 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Tiki-Style Pineapple Fried Rice with Shrimp?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep day-old cooked jasmine rice from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Tiki-Style Pineapple Fried Rice with Shrimp?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Tiki-Style Pineapple Fried Rice with Shrimp for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Tiki-Style Pineapple Fried Rice with Shrimp?
Asian Fusion seafood like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
