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Hawaiian Rice with Crushed Pineapple

Hawaiian Rice with Crushed Pineapple and lime makes a delicious Hawaiian Side Dish that is lightly sweet
Prep Time20 mins
Cook Time20 mins
Total Time40 mins
Course: Side Dishes
Cuisine: Hawaiian
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 269kcal
Author: Trisha Haas - Salty Side Dish

Ingredients

  • 1 cup uncooked white rice
  • 1 can 8 oz, crushed pineapple
  • water
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • juice of 1 lime
  • zest of 1/2 a lime
  • chopped cilantro

Instructions

  • Add 1 cup rice to a saucepan.
  • Drain crushed pineapple in a 2 cup measuring cup.
  • Fill remaining cup with water until you have 2 cups. Add to saucepan.
  • Add crushed pineapple and butter. Heat on medium high until boiling.
  • Once boiling, reduce heat to simmer and cover. Cook for 15-20 minutes or until rice is cooked.
  • Remove from heat. Stir well. Add lime juice, zest and mix well. (optional sugar is added here as well)
  • Serve topped with chopped cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 269kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 50mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 8g