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Thai Pineapple Shrimp Fried Rice

Crispy shrimp, sweet pineapple, and jasmine rice tossed in a savory-tangy sauce in one hot skillet. Ready in 15 minutes and tastes like takeout.

Total time
15 min
Servings
2
Calories
385
Protein
22g
Thai Pineapple Shrimp Fried Rice
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Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked jasmine rice, chilled
  • ½ lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 cup fresh pineapple, cut into 0.5-inch chunks
  • 1.5 tbsp fish sauce
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 tbsp red curry paste
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat 2 tbsp oil in a large skillet over high heat until it shimmers, about 90 seconds.

  2. 2

    Add shrimp and cook without stirring for 90 seconds until pink on bottom, then flip and cook 60 more seconds. Remove to a plate.

  3. 3

    Reduce heat to medium-high. Add curry paste and stir for 30 seconds until fragrant.

  4. 4

    Add rice and stir, breaking up clumps, for 2 minutes until lightly toasted.

  5. 5

    Return shrimp to pan with pineapple, fish sauce, and lime juice. Toss for 60 seconds until warm and combined.

  6. 6

    Transfer to bowls and top with cilantro. Serve immediately.

Tools you’ll need

  • 12-inch skillet or wok
  • wooden spoon or spatula
  • cutting board
  • chef's knife

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