Description
A bold and flavorful one-pot rice dish combining sweet pineapple and spicy jalapeño with fresh herbs. Perfect as a tropical side for tacos, grilled meats, or seafood meals.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup long grain white rice
- 2 cups water or vegetable broth
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned, drained)
- 1 jalapeño, finely chopped (seeds removed for less heat)
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp red chili flakes (optional, for extra spice)
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- Juice of 1/2 lime (optional, for brightness)
Instructions
- In a medium pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and jalapeño, sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add rice and stir for 1–2 minutes to lightly toast the grains.
- Pour in water or broth, and season with salt, pepper, and chili flakes if using. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until the rice is cooked and liquid is absorbed.
- Stir in pineapple chunks and chopped cilantro. Add lime juice if desired.
- Fluff rice with a fork and serve warm as a flavorful side dish.
Notes
- Use canned pineapple for convenience, but fresh adds a brighter flavor.
- Adjust jalapeño and chili flakes to control the heat level.
- Add cooked black beans or corn for a heartier variation.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: One Pot
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
