Hawaiian Fried Rice Recipe

Name: Hawaiian Fried Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups Chopped, Cooked Ham (see Note Below); 1 whole Softball Sized Onion, Chopped; 2 whole Carrots, Halved Lengthwise Then Chopped In 1/2 Inch Pieces; 6 cloves Garlic, Minced; 1 piece About 2 Inches Of Ginger, Peeled And Finely Chopped; 1 can (24 Oz) Pineapple Tidbits, Drained; 2 cups Frozen Peas; 4 whole Eggs, Slightly Beaten; 4 cups Cooked, Cold Rice; 1/4 cups Vegetable Oil, More If Necessary, Divided Use

Servings: persons

1
Heat a couple tablespoons of oil in a wok over medium-high heat.
2
Once the oil starts to ripple and is hot, add ham to the wok and toss (or stir with a wooden spoon).
3
Cook ham until slightly browned and heated through, about 2 minutes.
4
Add onions and carrots to the wok and cook and stir until tender, adding more oil in 1 tablespoon increments, if necessary; cook until onions are tender and carrots have slightly softened, about 3 minutes.
5
Add garlic and ginger, stir until fragrant, then add peas and pineapple and stir until peas have warmed through.
6
Remove vegetables to a large bowl.
7
Return wok to heat, adding a tablespoon of oil.
8
Quickly add the eggs to the hot wok, stirring constantly until eggs are cooked, but still soft.
9
Season with salt and pepper.
10
Remove eggs to the bowl of vegetables, returning wok to the burner.
11
Heat another tablespoon of oil in the wok, add the rice and stir until the rice becomes slightly crispy.
12
Break up any egg pieces in the bowl, add rice and stir everything together.
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Taste.
14
Season with salt and pepper (if necessary).
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*I used ham that was leftover from Easter.
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The Husband bought me a Food Saver for Christmas this year and Ive been working my way through that Easter ham for months.
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If you dont have any leftover ham, go talk to your local deli-dude.
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Ask for a piece of thick-sliced ham, about 1/2 thick.
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Thats what I use in a pinch.

1342

kcal

Calories

Fat

193

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

My Personal Notes

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups Chopped, Cooked Ham (see Note Below), 1 whole Softball Sized Onion, Chopped, 2 whole Carrots, Halved Lengthwise Then Chopped In 1/2 Inch Pieces, 6 cloves Garlic, Minced, and more.

Yes, Hawaiian Fried Rice falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Hawaiian Fried Rice

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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