This Hawaiian style sausage and rice recipe combines the savory flavors of sausage with the tropical sweetness of pineapple to create a mouthwatering meal that will transport your taste buds to the islands. Easy to make and perfect for a weeknight dinner, this dish is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
- 1 lb sausage, sliced
- 1 cup pineapple chunks
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
- In a large skillet, cook the sausage until browned. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté the onion, bell pepper, and garlic until softened.
- Add the pineapple chunks, cooked rice, soy sauce, brown sugar, and sesame oil to the skillet. Stir to combine.
- Return the sausage to the skillet and cook until heated through.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Hawaiian cuisine is a unique blend of flavors influenced by Polynesian, Asian, and Western culinary traditions.
Pineapple is a staple ingredient in Hawaiian cooking and adds a sweet and tangy flavor to many dishes.
Sausage and rice are commonly used ingredients in Hawaiian cooking, reflecting the fusion of different cultures in the islands.