Thai Pineapple Fried Rice Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 tsp yellow curry powder (I like S&B brand )
• 1/2 tsp white pepper
• 2 tsp white sugar
• 1/2 tsp kosher salt
• 1 1/2 tbsp regular soy sauce
• 1/2 tbsp oyster sauce
• 2 1/2 tbsp avocado or other neutral oil (divided)
• 3/4 lb chicken breast or thighs (cut into small 1/4 inch cubes )
• 1/2 tsp kosher salt
• 1 medium shallot (thinly sliced)
• 1/2 red bell pepper (diced small)
• 2 tsp garlic (minced)
• 1 1/2 cups fresh ripe pineapple (diced into small pieces)
• 3 cups cooked and chilled jasmine rice (preferably 1 day old)
• 2 eggs (beaten)
• 1/4 cup golden raisins
• 1/2 cup cashews
• 2 green onions (chopped (whites and greens))
• For serving: Lime wedges, sliced cucumbers (optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   *This recipe moves very fast, so it is best to make sure you have everything prepped, chopped, and measured before you start.

2. 2

   Combine the curry powder, pepper, sugar, and salt in a small bowl. Then combine the soy sauce and oyster sauce in a separate small bowl. Set both aside.

3. 3

   In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of oil over medium-high heat. If the chicken looks really wet, blot it dry with paper towels, then sprinkle it evenly with salt. Add the chicken to the hot pan and cook it in a single layer, stirring infrequently until it is cooked through, 5-6 minutes. Move it to a plate and set aside.

4. 4

   Add 1 more tablespoon of oil to the now-empty pan. Add the shallots and bell pepper for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are softened. Then add the garlic, pineapple, and dry spice mixture to the pan, stirring well for 1 minute.

5. 5

   Add the reserved soy sauce mixture and the cooked rice to the hot pan, crumbling it apart with your hands if needed. Combine well, then press it gently into a single layer and cook it undisturbed for 30-60 seconds. Toss and repeat a few times until the rice is a little toasted.

6. 6

   Push everything to one side of the pan, then add an additional ½ tablespoon of oil in the empty spot. Pour in the beaten eggs. Give them about 10 seconds to set, then use a spatula to make soft swirls, scrambling it gently until they are mostly cooked, but still moist.

7. 7

   Stir everything together, then add the cooked chicken, raisins, cashews, and green onions. Toss well, then serve immediately (I highly recommend a fresh squeeze of lime juice on top, so good!).