Okinawa Pineapple Rice

May 27, 2023May 27, 20230 10
Try Okinawa Pineapple Rice for a sweet and savory meal
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Prep

30 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/2 head lettuce
1/3 piece red bell pepper
1/2 piece cucumber
1/2 piece onion
150 g mixed ground pork and beef
1 piece large tomatoes
1 piece dried shiitake mushroom , hydrated
100 g pineapple
1 tablespoon curry powder
1 tablespoon tomato ketchup
1/2 tablespoon soy sauce
1/2 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 tablespoon sesame oil
2 garlic cloves
1/2 teaspoon broad chili bean paste ( doubanjiang )
300 g steamed japanese rice

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
452
Sugar
8g
Fat
18g
Okinawa Pineapple Rice is a flavorful and colorful dish that's popular in Okinawan cuisine. Made with mixed ground pork and beef, a variety of vegetables, and pineapple, this dish is sweet and savory all at once. The use of curry powder and broad chili bean paste make it a bit spicy too, adding an extra layer of flavor. This dish is a great way to use up leftover rice and veggies in your fridge, and it's a crowd-pleaser for all ages.

Instructions

1.In a small bowl, mix together the curry powder, tomato ketchup, soy sauce, and broad chili bean paste.
2.Heat vegetable oil in a pan and sauté the garlic until fragrant.
3.Add the mixed ground pork and beef to the pan and cook until browned.
4.Add the diced onion, red bell pepper, cucumber, and hydrated shiitake mushrooms to the pan. Sauté for a few minutes until the vegetables are tender.
5.Add the pineapple and cooked Japanese rice to the pan, along with the sauce mixture. Mix all ingredients well until the rice is evenly coated.
6.Drizzle with sesame oil before serving.

PROS

This dish is a unique combination of sweet and savory flavors, making it a delicious meal that’s sure to satisfy.
It’s also a great way to use up leftover rice and veggies.

CONS

The ground pork and beef used in this recipe can increase the calorie and fat content of the dish.

This recipe may require a bit of prep work, such as hydrating the shiitake mushrooms and dicing the veggies.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish contains a variety of nutrients from the vegetables, including fiber and vitamin C.
Pineapple contains enzymes that can aid in digestion and reduce inflammation.
The use of curry powder and broad chili bean paste may also provide anti-inflammatory benefits.

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