Sweet and Savory Pineapple and Bell Pepper Stir Fry

Ingredients

Green onions

2, sliced

Cooked rice

4 cups, for serving

Salt

to taste

Black pepper

to taste

Water

1/4 cup

Cornstarch

1 tablespoon

Fresh ginger

1 tablespoon, minced

Sesame oil

2 tablespoons

Soy sauce

1/4 cup

Garlic

3 cloves, minced

Onion

1 medium, sliced

Bell peppers

2, sliced (red and yellow for color)

Fresh pineapple

2 cups, cubed

Instructions

1. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, minced ginger, cornstarch, water, salt, and pepper until smooth. Set aside.
2. Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the sliced onion and minced garlic, and stir fry for about 2 minutes until fragrant and slightly translucent.
3. Add the sliced bell peppers to the skillet and stir fry for another 3-4 minutes until they start to soften but still retain some crunch.
4. Stir in the cubed pineapple and cook for an additional 2 minutes, allowing the sweetness of the pineapple to caramelize slightly.
5. Pour the sauce mixture over the stir fry, stirring well to coat all ingredients. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens and clings to the vegetables and pineapple.
6. Remove from heat and serve the stir fry over a bed of warm cooked rice.
7. Garnish with sliced green onions before enjoying this colorful, flavorful dish!