Thai Fried Rice with Pineapple and Chicken
Thai Fried Rice with Pineapple and Chicken is a delightful and satisfying dish that combines the sweet and tangy flavors of pineapple with the savory taste of chicken and rice. This popular Thai dish is a perfect blend of flavors and textures, making it a favorite among both locals and tourists. The combination of juicy pineapple, tender chicken, and aromatic jasmine rice creates a harmonious balance of sweet, salty, and tangy flavors that will tantalize your taste buds.
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
30 mins
Servings:
6
Ingredients
Directions
Step 1
Place bacon in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat; cook and stir until crisp, about 10 minutes. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon onto a paper towel-lined plate; set aside. Reserve bacon drippings in the wok.
Step 2
Cook and stir shallots in bacon drippings over medium-high heat until fragrant and light brown, 1 to 2 minutes.
Step 3
Stir chicken into shallots and cook, without stirring, until browned on one side, 45 seconds to 1 minute; stir. Continue cooking until chicken is browned, about 1 minute. Add 2 teaspoons curry powder; stir until chicken is coated.
Step 4
Make a well in the center of chicken and pour oil into the center of the well; add egg yolks. Cook and stir egg yolks until set, 1 to 2 minutes. Add rice and stir, breaking up rice.
Step 5
Mix chile pepper, cilantro, soy sauce, remaining 2 teaspoons curry powder, fish sauce, and sugar into rice mixture; add shrimp and cook until shrimp is cooked through and pink, about 2 minutes. Fold pineapple, green onions, and bacon into rice mixture.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
267
Calories
10g
Fat
30g
Carbs
13g
Protein
Complement
The dish is typically stir-fried with a medley of ingredients such as onions, garlic, and bell peppers, which adds a depth of flavor and color to the dish. The addition of soy sauce, fish sauce, and a dash of lime juice further enhances the overall taste, creating a perfect harmony of flavors. The dish is often garnished with fresh cilantro and sliced green onions, adding a pop of freshness and color. Whether enjoyed as a main course or as a side dish, Thai Fried Rice with Pineapple and Chicken is a delightful and satisfying meal that is sure to impress.
