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Caribbean Fried Rice Recipe

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Description

Caribbean Fried Rice is a delicious and flavorful dish that combines the flavors of the Caribbean with the classic fried rice. It's a perfect side dish to any meal or can be enjoyed as a main course. This recipe is easy to make and can be customized to your liking.

Prep Time

The prep time for this Caribbean Fried Rice recipe is approximately 15 minutes.

Cook Time

The cook time for this Caribbean Fried Rice recipe is approximately 20 minutes.

Ingredients

The ingredients you will need for this Caribbean Fried Rice recipe include:
  • 3 cups cooked rice
  • 1/2 cup diced onion
  • 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
  • 1/2 cup diced green bell pepper
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup diced pineapple
  • 1/2 cup cooked and diced ham
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

The equipment you will need for this Caribbean Fried Rice recipe include:
  • Large skillet or wok
  • Cutting board
  • Sharp knife
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Spatula

Method

Here are the steps to make this Caribbean Fried Rice recipe:
  1. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the onions and garlic and cook until the onions are soft and translucent, about 3 minutes.
  3. Add the red and green bell peppers and cook for another 3 minutes.
  4. Add the cooked ham and pineapple and cook for another 2 minutes.
  5. Add the cooked rice and stir until everything is well combined.
  6. Add the soy sauce and stir until the rice is evenly coated.
  7. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Stir in the cilantro and cook for another minute.
  9. Remove from heat and serve hot.

Notes

  • You can use any type of cooked rice for this recipe, but white rice works best.
  • You can use fresh or canned pineapple for this recipe.
  • You can use any type of ham for this recipe, but cooked and diced ham is the most common.
  • For a spicier version of this recipe, add a diced jalapeno pepper.

Nutrition Info

The nutrition information for this Caribbean Fried Rice recipe is as follows:
  • Calories: 340
  • Protein: 11g
  • Fat: 7g
  • Carbohydrates: 60g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 690mg

Recipe Tips

  • Make sure to use cold cooked rice for this recipe, as it will fry better and won't clump together.
  • You can add other vegetables to this recipe, such as peas, carrots, or corn.
  • If you don't have soy sauce, you can use tamari or liquid aminos instead.
  • You can make this recipe ahead of time and reheat it in the microwave or on the stove.

Enjoy this delicious and easy Caribbean Fried Rice recipe! It's sure to become a new favorite in your household.


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