Tropical Okinawa Pineapple Stir-Fry
Experience the vibrant flavors of Okinawa with this Tropical Pineapple Stir-Fry. This dish brings together salad vegetables, fragrant rice, and a savory mix of ground pork and beef, all accented by the sweet acidity of fresh pineapple. Okinawa's warm climate is ideal for growing juicy pineapples that elevate any meal. This recipe invites you to celebrate the tropics with a colorful plate bursting with flavor. Perfect for those sunny days or when you crave a bit of tropical bliss at your dining table. Enjoy the rich taste of hearty ingredients combined with a hint of curry and garlic for a delightful culinary adventure.
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Servings
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Calories
16
Ingredients
Ingredients
Lettuce
1/2 head (Shredded)
Red bell pepper
1/3 piece (Sliced into strips)
Cucumber
1/2 piece (Thinly sliced)
Onion
1/2 piece (Minced)
Mixed ground pork and beef
150 g
Tomato
1 piece (Diced)
Dried shiitake mushroom
1 piece (Hydrated and minced)
Pineapple
100 g (Cut into bite-sized pieces)
Curry powder
1 tablespoon
Tomato ketchup
1 tablespoon
Soy sauce
1/2 tablespoon
Vegetable oil
1/2 tablespoon
Sesame oil
1 tablespoon
Garlic cloves
2 pieces (Minced)
Broad chili bean paste (doubanjiang)
1/2 teaspoon
Steamed Japanese rice
300 g
Instructions
1
Begin by slicing the lettuce into thin shreds, cutting the red bell pepper into strips after removing the seeds, and slicing the cucumber thinly. Neatly arrange these salad vegetables on a large plate, cover, and set aside in the fridge until the rice is ready.
2
Mince the onion and garlic, and dice the tomatoes. Soak the dried shiitake mushroom in water for about 20 minutes, then squeeze out the excess moisture. Remove the hard stem and mince the mushroom cap. Cut the pineapple into small, bite-sized pieces.
3
In a small bowl, mix together the curry powder, tomato ketchup, and soy sauce until well combined. Set this mixture aside.
4
Heat a pan over medium heat and add the vegetable oil. Once hot, add the minced onion and sauté until soft and translucent. Incorporate the ground pork and beef, stirring until browned. Add the diced tomatoes and minuscule shiitake mushrooms. When the tomatoes soften, fold in the pineapple pieces following by the curry mixture. Stir continuously for 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld. Transfer the mixture to a plate once done.
5
Wipe the pan with a paper towel and return it to medium heat. Pour in the sesame oil, followed by the minced garlic and doubanjiang. Stir for a few moments until the garlic is aromatic. Then, add the steamed rice, gently mixing everything together without crushing the rice grains. Remove the pan from heat once the rice is well integrated and heated.
6
To serve, layer the fried rice atop the chilled salad vegetables on each plate, followed by a generous portion of the savory ground meat and pineapple mixture.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tropical Okinawa Pineapple Stir-Fry?
It is a vibrant Okinawan-inspired dish that combines salad vegetables, fragrant rice, and a savory ground meat mixture accented by fresh pineapple and curry flavors.
What kind of meat is used in this recipe?
The recipe uses 150 grams of mixed ground pork and beef.
What type of rice is recommended?
The recipe calls for 300 grams of steamed Japanese rice.
How should the lettuce be prepared?
The lettuce should be sliced into thin shreds.
What ingredients are in the curry sauce mixture?
The sauce consists of one tablespoon of curry powder, one tablespoon of tomato ketchup, and half a tablespoon of soy sauce.
How do I prepare the dried shiitake mushroom?
Soak it in water for about 20 minutes, squeeze out the moisture, remove the hard stem, and mince the cap.
What is the preparation for the pineapple?
The pineapple should be cut into small, bite-sized pieces totaling 100 grams.
What is doubanjiang and how much is used?
Doubanjiang is a broad chili bean paste; this recipe uses half a teaspoon.
How are the salad vegetables stored before serving?
They should be arranged on a plate, covered, and set aside in the fridge until the rice is ready.
What oils are used in this recipe?
The recipe uses half a tablespoon of vegetable oil for the meat and one tablespoon of sesame oil for the rice.
How should the garlic be handled?
Two garlic cloves should be minced and sautéed in sesame oil with doubanjiang.
What is the correct way to layer the dish for serving?
Layer the fried rice on top of the chilled salad vegetables, then add the ground meat and pineapple mixture on top.
How should the red bell pepper be cut?
Remove the seeds and slice it into thin strips.
When are the diced tomatoes added to the pan?
Add them after the meat has been browned, along with the minced shiitake mushrooms.
How long should the pineapple and meat mixture be stirred together?
Stir continuously for 2-3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
What should I do after cooking the meat mixture but before the rice?
Transfer the meat to a plate and wipe the pan clean with a paper towel.
How do I ensure the rice doesn't get mushy?
Gently mix the rice with the aromatics without crushing the grains.
What is the preparation for the cucumber?
The cucumber should be thinly sliced.
Can I use fresh shiitake mushrooms?
While the recipe calls for dried, you can use fresh; just skip the 20-minute soaking process.
What is the main aromatic base for the meat?
Minced onion and garlic sautéed until soft and translucent.
Is this recipe spicy?
It has a mild warmth from the curry powder and a small amount of doubanjiang chili paste.
How many ingredients are required in total?
There are 16 ingredients listed for this recipe.
What is the preparation for the onion?
The onion should be minced.
How many tomatoes are needed?
The recipe requires one diced tomato.
Why is this dish associated with Okinawa?
It highlights the juicy pineapples grown in Okinawa's warm tropical climate.
What part of the shiitake mushroom is used?
Only the cap is used; the hard stem should be removed after soaking.
When is the sesame oil added?
It is added to the pan after it has been wiped clean, right before adding the garlic and doubanjiang for the rice.
How much soy sauce is in the recipe?
One-half tablespoon of soy sauce is used.
What texture should the onion reach during sautéing?
It should be sautéed until soft and translucent.
What is the primary flavor profile of the dish?
A mix of sweet acidity from pineapple, savory meat, and aromatic curry and garlic.