Cuban Fried Rice
Recipe from Better Homes and Gardens

Browned pineapple slices layered with ham, black beans, sweet peppers, and rice are at the heart of this dazzling main-dish recipe that takes less than 30 minutes to prepare.


Cuban Fried Rice

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Servings: Makes 4 servings.
Total Time: 20 mins
Related Categories: Cuban Black Bean Dishes, Cuban Rice Dishes, Ham, Pineapples, Quick and Easy Dinners, Rice
 
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Ingredients
  • 1 
    fresh pineapple, peeled, packed in juice
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  • 1  Tbsp.
    olive oil
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  • 1  14.8-oz. pouch
    cooked long grain rice
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  • 12  oz.
    cooked ham, coarsely chopped
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  • 1  cup
    chopped or sliced sweet peppers
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  • 1 
    jalapeno pepper, sliced
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  • 1/2  15-oz. can
    black beans, rinsed and drained (3/4 cup)
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    Lime Wedges
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Directions
1.
Remove pineapple from container, reserving juice. Cut pineapple in 3/4-inch slices; discard core if present. Heat oil in 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat; add pineapple slices. Cook 3 to 4 minutes or until beginning to brown. Divide pineapple among four plates.
2.
Meanwhile, prepare rice according to package directions. Add ham and peppers to skillet; cook 3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add beans and rice. Cook, stirring occasionally, 3 minutes or until heated through. Stir in reserved pineapple juice. Serve with lime wedges. Makes 4 servings.
Nutrition information
Calories 375, Total Fat 9 g, Saturated Fat 1 g, Monounsaturated Fat 2 g, Polyunsaturated Fat 0 g, Cholesterol 38 mg, Sodium 1549 mg, Carbohydrate 58 g, Total Sugar 13 g, Fiber 6 g, Protein 24 g. Daily Values: Vitamin A 0%, Vitamin C 146%, Calcium 4%, Iron 8%. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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