Pineapple Baked Rice

Ingredients

• 1 cup long-grain white rice
• 1 can (8 oz) pineapple chunks, drained
• 1/2 cup frozen peas
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
2. In a large bowl, combine the rice, pineapple chunks, frozen peas, soy sauce, brown sugar, ground ginger, cayenne pepper, vegetable oil, and garlic. Mix until everything is evenly distributed.
3. Pour the mixture into a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
4. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the rice is cooked through.
5. Serve warm.

Interesting Facts

• This dish is traditionally served during Chinese New Year celebrations.
• The combination of sweet and savory flavors make it a delicious main course.
• It is a vegetarian friendly dish.