Hawaiian Fried Rice

Hawaiian Fried Rice – classic fried rice gets a tropical twist including coconut rice, ham, pineapple, bell pepper and vibrant fresh herbs. It’s an exciting recipe you’ll want to make all year long! One thing we always love for dinner at our house is fried rice. I mean who doesn’t love it? It’s easy, flavorful, filling and it’s also a versatile dish. You can swap out the protein, add different vegetables and even include different flavors in the rice.

This Hawaiian inspired version is made with rich coconut rice (my favorite!) and that classic sweet pineapple and salty ham combo. In other words think Hawaiian pizza meets fried rice and this is what you get! So many delicious, fresh flavors in one bowl of fried rice. You can’t go wrong with this meal in one! To make this a quick meal you'll want to start the rice cooking then prep the remaining ingredients while the rice is cooking. Then while the rice is resting start cooking the remaining ingredients.

Ingredients:

• 1 1/3 cups jasmine rice, rinsed well and drained well
• 1 1/4 cups coconut milk
• 1 1/4 cups coconut water or water
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1 1/2 Tbsp olive oil, divided
• 1 tsp sesame oil, divided
• 1 red bell pepper, diced (1 1/4 cups)
• 1/3 cup green onions, light portion, sliced
• 2 tsp minced garlic (2 cloves)
• 2 tsp peeled and minced fresh ginger
• 2 cups diced ham
• 2 cups diced fresh pineapple
• 3 large eggs
• 1/2 cup green onions, green portion, sliced
• 3 Tbsp minced fresh cilantro
• 1 Tbsp soy sauce, or more to taste