Curried Rice with Pineapple
If you are craving curry, then this is the perfect recipe to make for dinner. Ready in only 5 minutes, you will love it!
Ingredients
- 1 can (8 oz.) pineapple chunks
- 2/3 cup reduced sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 1 1/2 tsps curry powder
- 1 each minced garlic
- 1 Tbsp packed brown sugar
- zest of 1 lime
- 1 cup Minute® Brown Rice, uncooked
- 1/2 cup toasted sliced almonds
- 1 green onion, sliced
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Instructions
There is no need for takeout when you can make your own delicious curry at home in only five minutes!
Step 1
Drain pineapple chunks, reserving juice. Add chicken broth (about 2/3 cup) to equal 1 cup liquid. Set aside.
Step 2
Heat oil in medium pan over medium heat. Sauté curry powder and garlic 1 to 2 minutes or until garlic is lightly browned.
Step 3
Add reserved pineapple juice mixture, pineapple chunks, brown sugar and lime peel; bring to boil. Stir in rice. Reduce heat to medium. Cover and simmer 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand 5 minutes or until liquid is absorbed. Fluff with fork.
Step 4
Stir in sliced almonds and top with green onions.
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What is Curry Powder?
Curry powder is an earthy, warm spice blend with a hint of brightness that mixes both sweet and savory flavors. Depending on the type and quantity of pepper used, the powder can be mild or spicy; a moderate blend will list ginger and black pepper as ingredients, while a spicy blend will list chile peppers. Turmeric is one of the primary components in curry powder. Additional spices that can be used range from fennel seed, mustard seed, and black pepper to ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and garlic.
Contrary to what many people think, it is not a common component in Indian cuisine. Curry powder was developed by the Brits to simulate the flavor of Indian cuisine. The name “curry” is used to describe a common Indian food, although it does not refer to the spice mixture; rather, it describes the dish itself, which consists of meat and vegetables in a sauce or gravy.
Curry Powder Uses
Curry powder has a place in the spice cabinet even though it is not intended for use in traditional Indian cuisine because it may provide a range of distinctive flavor. Hummus, egg salad, roasted vegetables, pureed soups, popcorn, and hummus can all be seasoned with curry powder. It will add some warmth and depth to an ordinary recipe.
Use curry powder as a seasoning in soups, stews, and sauces, as well as in marinades for meat and vegetables. It also adds a layer of flavor to chicken salad, hamburgers, and deviled eggs.
How to Cook with Curry Powder
When adding this spice mixture to the dish, it is best to combine it with a liquid (such broth or coconut milk) or yogurt to help the curry powder’s flavors permeate the other ingredients. Curry powder is also intended for slower cooking methods so the flavors can develop.
