Hawaiian Luau Rice: A Tropical Twist for Your Next Feast

Hawaiian Luau Rice brings a tropical escape to your table with sweet pineapple, chewy coconut, and savory goodness.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 30

Cooling Time 2

Total Time 2 40

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Hawaiian

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Rice

1 cup Basmati Rice Can swap with 2 cups of leftover rice.
2 cups Water Omit if using fully cooked rice.

For the Flavor Base

2 tablespoons Coconut Oil Infuses a tropical essence.
1 medium Onion Yellow or white preferred.
1 tablespoon Ginger Minced; dried ground ginger as substitute.
2 cloves Garlic Minced for even distribution.

For the Savory Elements

1 cup Ham Can substitute with Spam or omit for vegetarian options.
½ cup Desiccated Coconut Unsweetened shredded coconut preferable.
1 tablespoon Chicken Powder Use gluten-free bouillon if needed.
½ teaspoon White Pepper Adjust based on your heat preference.

For the Sweet Touch

1 cup Pineapple Fresh or canned varieties work well.

For the Optional Garnish

¼ cup Macadamia Nuts Leave out if there are nut allergies.
2 tablespoons Green Onions Use as a garnish if desired.

Equipment

medium saucepan
medium dry skillet
fork

Method

Cooking Steps

Rinse 1 cup of basmati rice under cold running water until clear. In a saucepan, combine rice and 2 cups water. Boil, then simmer for 12 minutes. Let stand for 10 minutes.
Fluff the rice with a fork and allow to cool completely, preferably refrigerating.
Toast ½ cup of desiccated coconut in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes until golden.
Heat 2 tablespoons coconut oil in the skillet. Sauté 1 chopped onion for 3 minutes, then add 1 tablespoon minced ginger and 2 minced garlic cloves.
Add 1 cup diced ham and cook for 4-5 minutes until golden.
Add the cooled rice, 1 tablespoon chicken powder, and ½ teaspoon white pepper. Cook for 3-4 minutes.
Fold in 1 cup diced pineapple and the toasted coconut, cook for another 2-3 minutes.
Garnish with green onions and optional macadamia nuts, serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 8gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftover rice in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge or freeze for up to 2 months.

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