Thai-style pineapple-coconut rice recipe for a tropical taste

Ingredients for Thai-style pineapple-coconut rice

• 225 g uncooked long-grain brown rice, such as brown basmati

• 240 ml light coconut milk, or more as needed

• 15 ml safflower oil or other high-heat oil, or 45 ml vegetable stock or water

• 1 large onion, preferably red, chopped

• 300 g small broccoli florets

• 1 medium red or green pepper, diced

• 2 medium carrots, peeled, sliced

• 2 medium ripe fresh tomatoes, diced

• 300 g fresh pineapple chunks, or one 570 g can unsweetened pineapple chunks in juice, drained (reserve liquid for another use)

• 5–10 ml good-quality curry powder

• 10 ml minced fresh or jarred ginger, or more to taste

• Salt to taste

• Crushed red pepper flakes to taste

• Crushed peanuts or cashews for topping (optional)

How to make Thai-style pineapple-coconut rice

1. Combine the rice, 500 ml of water, and the coconut milk in a saucepan. Bring to a rapid simmer, then cover and simmer gently for 30–35 minutes until the water is absorbed.

2. Meanwhile, heat the oil in a stir-fry pan or wide frying pan over medium heat. Add the onion and sauté until golden.

3. Add the broccoli, bell pepper, and carrots. Increase the heat to medium-high and stir-fry for 3–4 minutes until the vegetables are just tender-crisp.

4. Add the tomatoes and pineapple chunks, and continue to stir-fry for 1–2 minutes until the tomatoes soften slightly.

5. Stir in the cooked rice, curry powder, and ginger. Gently mix until all the ingredients are fully combined. If you prefer a moister mixture, add approximately 60 ml more coconut milk, taking care not to make it soupy.

6. Season with salt and red pepper flakes. Serve immediately, offering crushed nuts to top individual servings if desired.

Disclaimer
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