Sweet and Sour Pineapple

Sweet and Sour Pineapple is a vibrant and tangy dish that combines the natural sweetness of fresh pineapple with a zesty sauce, making it a delightful side dish for any meal. This gluten-free recipe is not only easy to prepare but also brings a burst of flavor to your dining table.

Ingredients

• Fresh pineapple - 250 grams, peeled and diced
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Green bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Onion - 1 small, diced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, minced
• Soy sauce (gluten-free) - 2 tablespoons
• Rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Brown sugar - 1 tablespoon
• Cornstarch - 1 tablespoon
• Water - 100 ml
• Vegetable oil - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame seeds - 1 teaspoon, for garnish

Steps

1. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Add the diced onion, garlic, and ginger to the skillet, sautéing until the onion becomes translucent, about 3 minutes.
3. Add the diced red and green bell peppers to the skillet and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until they soften slightly.
4. Stir in the diced pineapple and cook for another 2 minutes, allowing it to caramelize slightly.
5. In a small bowl, mix the soy sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, cornstarch, and water to create the sweet and sour sauce.
6. Pour the sauce over the pineapple and vegetables in the skillet, stirring well to combine.
7. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens and coats the pineapple and vegetables.
8. Remove from heat and garnish with sesame seeds before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 150
• Protein: 2 g
• Carbs: 35 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 18 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 5 g
• Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 4.5 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from fresh pineapple and bell peppers.
• Contains antioxidants that may help reduce inflammation.

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