POLYNESIAN HAM AND RICE

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Give a tropical twist with pineapple to your regular ham and rice meal - perfect for Island-style dinner.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 can (20 ounces) pineapple chunks in juice, drained and juice reserved
1 1/2 cups chicken broth
2/3 cup uncooked regular long-grain rice
2 teaspoons curry powder
1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne)
1 package (6 ounces) frozen snow (Chinese) pea pods, thawed
1/2 pound fully cooked ham, cut into 1/2-inch pieces

Steps:

  • Mix reserved pineapple juice, the broth, rice, curry powder and red pepper in 10-inch skillet. Heat to boiling, stirring once or twice; reduce heat. Cover and simmer 20 minutes (do not lift cover or stir); remove from heat. Fluff rice lightly with fork. Cover and let steam 5 minutes.
  • Cut each pea pod crosswise in half. Stir pea pods, pineapple and ham into rice mixture. Cook over medium heat about 2 minutes, stirring once or twice, until hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 330, Carbohydrate 53 g, Cholesterol 35 mg, Fiber 3 g, Protein 19 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1240 mg

Rachel Weaver
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the results are always delicious. I've made it several times and it's always a hit with my family and friends. Thanks for sharing!


Ana Diggo
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This recipe is a winner! It's easy to make, delicious, and perfect for a crowd. I've made it several times and it's always a hit. Thanks for sharing!


Carm C
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion. It's easy to make and the results are stunning. I served it to my guests at a dinner party and they were all very impressed. Thanks for sharing!


Bilisuma Adunya
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I'm not a big fan of ham, but this recipe changed my mind. The ham was so tender and flavorful, and the sauce was incredible. I served it over rice and it was a perfect meal. Will definitely be making this again.


Nasirhussain Nasirhussain
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This recipe is a great way to add some Polynesian flair to your next meal. It's easy to make and the results are delicious. I served it with a side of roasted vegetables and it was a perfect meal. Thanks for sharing!


Waqas Qazi
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I'm always looking for new and exciting recipes to try, and this one definitely fits the bill. The combination of flavors is amazing, and the dish is so easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.


Nkululeko Ndlovu
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover ham. It's easy to make and the results are delicious. I served it over rice and it was a perfect meal. Thanks for sharing!


Alive Sokiya
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I made this recipe for my family last night and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. The ham was so tender and flavorful, and the rice was cooked perfectly. The sauce was the perfect finishing touch. Will definitely be making this again.


pro gamers
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and the results are delicious. I love that I can use ingredients that I usually have on hand. Thanks for sharing!


SONODS ALI
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I was a bit skeptical about this recipe, but I'm so glad I tried it. The flavors are amazing and the dish is so easy to make. I've already made it twice and it's a new favorite in my household.


Sandra Armentrout
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This recipe is a keeper! It's easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can use leftover ham, which makes it a great way to use up leftovers. Thanks for sharing!


Purna Pradhan
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I'm not a big fan of ham, but this recipe changed my mind. The ham was so tender and flavorful, and the sauce was incredible. I served it over rice and it was a perfect meal. Will definitely be making this again.


Mani Tik tok
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This was a hit at my last potluck! Everyone raved about how delicious and unique the dish was. I've already had several requests for the recipe. Thanks for sharing!


Gabriel Vladimir
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I'm so glad I tried this recipe. It was easy to follow and the dish turned out amazing. The ham was juicy and flavorful, and the rice was cooked to perfection. I loved the addition of the pineapple and brown sugar, which gave the dish a sweet and tan


Mwbbeh Wbbjb
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This Polynesian Ham and Rice is a flavor explosion! The combination of the sweet and savory sauce with the tender ham and fluffy rice is simply divine. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. My family loved it and even asked for s