tropical rice

3 Pinches
San Diego
Updated on Jul 20, 2021

This recipe uses just the juice from the cans of fruit. In order not to waste, you can make a delicious fruit dessert just by tossing the drained fruit with cool whip, flaked coconut, and sliced bananas.

prep time 5 Min
cook time 15 Min
method Stove Top
yield 4 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 1 can (8 oz) pineapple chunks
  • 1 can (8 oz) mandarin oranges
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup jasmine rice
  • 2 tablespoons slivered toasted almonds, optional

How To Make tropical rice

  • Step 1
    Strain pineapple and mandarin juices, reserving 1 cup and discarding the rest. Pour the juice into a medium saucepan. Add the chicken broth and ginger.
  • Step 2
    Bring juice to a boil, then add the rice. Cover and reduce heat to low. Simmer 15-20 minutes until rice is tender. Fluff. Add the slivered almonds, if using.
  • Step 3
    Note: Use the pineapple and oranges for a nice fruit salad or a tropical drink.

Discover More

Category: Rice Sides
Ingredient: Rice/Grains
Culture: Caribbean
Method: Stove Top

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