One-Pan Simple Pineapple Fried Rice (Gluten free/Dairy free)

I always love to make this easy gluten free fried rice recipe whenever I’m craving Chinese takeout! Being gluten free and celiac, it is so hard to safely order chinese food. Making my favorite chinese takeout dishes at home also gives me peace of mind knowing it’s made with safe and allergy friendly certified gluten-free ingredients. This gluten free fried rice recipe is also naturally vegan, dairy-free, vegetarian, and nut-free!

This gluten free fried rice is quick and easy to make. It is perfect for an easy weeknight dinner, perfect for meal prep and way faster than ordering takeout!

This gluten free fried rice is made in less than 30 minutes, just like my gluten free chili with red beans, turkey taco skillet and my one pan ravioli casserole.

Pineapple Fried Rice Recipe (Gluten free/Dairy free)

Ingredients

• 8 ounces firm tofu pressed and cubed

• 1 1/2 cups cooked rice

• 1 cup chopped pineapple fresh or canned, drained

• 1 teaspoon Japanese nori seasoning

• 1 red bell pepper diced

• 1/2 white onion chopped

• 3 scallions chopped (separate whites and greens)

• 1/4 cup Gluten-free tamari or soy sauce

• 2 tbsp Toasted sesame oil

• 1 tablespoon peanut butter for richness and depth

• 2 cloves garlic minced

• 1 tsp ginger powder or fresh ginger

• ¼ cup cashews

• ½ cup peas fresh or frozen

Instructions

1. Heat 1 tbsp drizzle of oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the cubed tofu and cook until golden brown and crispy on all sides, about 8-10 minutes.

2. Add the red bell pepper, onion and the white parts of the scallions. Cook for 3-4 minutes, until the pepper is slightly softened. Add the peas, minced garlic and grated ginger and cook for another minute until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic!

3. In a small bowl, whisk together the gluten-free tamari, sesame oil and peanut butter until smooth.

4. Add the cooked rice to the pan and break up any clumps. Pour the tamari-peanut butter sauce over the rice and stir well to combine. Cook for 2-3 minutes, allowing the rice to heat through and absorb the flavors.

5. Add the chopped pineapple and cashews to the pan. Stir everything together and cook for another 2-3 minutes, until heated through.

6. Sprinkle the Japanese nori seasoning over the fried rice.

7. Garnish with the green parts of the scallions.

8. Serve and Enjoy!

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