luau rice

Name: Luau Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 cup(s) basmati rice; 2 cup(s) water; 2-3 tablespoon(s) coconut oil; 1 small onion, chopped (approx 1/2 cup); 1 teaspoon(s) freshly grated ginger; 2 clove(s) garlic,minced; 1/2 cup(s) ham, small cubes; 1/2 cup(s) shredded coconut (not sweetened) or freshly grated coconut (reserve some for garnish); 1-2 teaspoon(s) chicken bouillon powder; 1/4 teaspoon(s) white pepper or to taste; 1 cup(s) fresh pineapple, chopped (or can use canned); - macadamia nuts, chopped (for topping); - green onions, sliced on the diagonal (reserve some for garnish)

6 Pinches

Daily Inspiration S

Deep In The Heart of, TX

Updated on Jun 22, 2018

An amazingly delicious rice side dish for any bbq occasion.

Rate

No Image

prep time 15 Min

cook time 15 Min

method Stove Top

yield 6-8 serving(s)

Ingredients

2 cups basmati rice
2 cups water
2-3 tablespoons coconut oil
1 small onion, chopped (approx 1/2 cup)
1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
2 cloves garlic,minced
1/2 cup ham, small cubes
1/2 cup shredded coconut (not sweetened) or freshly grated coconut (reserve some for garnish)
1-2 teaspoon chicken bouillon powder
1/4 teaspoon white pepper or to taste
1 cup fresh pineapple, chopped (or can use canned)
- macadamia nuts, chopped (for topping)
- green onions, sliced on the diagonal (reserve some for garnish)

How To Make luau rice

Step 1

Wash rice thoroughly and add to saucepan along with 2 cups water. Allow rice to completely cool and place in the refrigerator; preferably overnight.

Step 2

Toast coconut in a non-stick skillet until it is toasty brown. Remove and set aside.
Step 3

Place coconut oil, onions, garlic and ginger in the pan - cook until they begin to release their aroma. Add the ham and cook until golden brown.
Step 4

Add cooked rice, bouillon powder and white pepper and mix quickly in your pan until all of the rice is covered evenly with coconut oil and seasoning. Add the pineapple, green onions and toasted coconut into the mixture and continue stirring, just until warmed. Serve topped with macadamia nuts, toasted coconut and green onions.
Last Step: Don't forget to share! Post a picture of your finished recipe here and on your favorite social network. Don't forget to tag Just A Pinch and include #justapinchrecipes!

Discover More

Comment & Reviews

Just A Pinch Sweepstakes