Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1 cup

brown rice

cooked

20 ounce

crushed pineapple

canned, in juice

1 tbsp

apricot jam

all fruit

3 clove

garlic

chopped

0.5 tsp

Bragg Liquid Aminos

1 tsp

toasted sesame oil

1 cup

snow peas

cut in half

1 unit

onion

cut into wedges and separated

8 ounce

water chestnuts

canned

3 cup

broccoli florets

1 cup

baby corn

cut into one inch pieces

0.5 cup

sesame seeds

unhulled, toasted

15 ounce

beans

no or low salt, drained

7 ounce

baby spinach

fresh, organic

Step 1
~3 min

If using rice, prepare according to package directions.

Step 2
~3 min

In a large skillet, stir together the crushed pineapple with its juice, apricot jam, garlic, aminos, and sesame oil.

Step 3
~3 min

Add snow peas, onion wedges, water chestnuts, broccoli florets, and baby corn to the fruit mixture.

Step 4
~3 min

Sauté for 12 minutes, or until vegetables are tender.

Step 5
~3 min

Meanwhile, lightly toast sesame seeds in a pan over medium heat for five minutes, shaking the pan frequently, until lightly toasted.

Step 6
~3 min

Set aside 1/2 tablespoon of toasted sesame seeds for garnish.

Step 7
~3 min

Add the remaining toasted sesame seeds to a high-powered blender and blend into a powder.

Step 8
~3 min

Set aside the sesame seed powder.

Step 9
~3 min

When vegetables are done, add the blended sesame seeds, drained beans, and spinach to the skillet.

Step 10
~3 min

Heat and stir for a couple of minutes until beans are heated through and spinach is wilted.

Step 11
~3 min

Serve over rice, if desired.

Step 12
~3 min

Sprinkle with reserved sesame seeds before serving.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add tofu or tempeh for extra protein

Use any vegetables you have on hand

Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less jam

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be prepped ahead

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot

Serve over rice or quinoa

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Spring rolls
Edamame

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Polynesia

Cultural Significance

Fusion cuisine

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

weeknight dinner
family dinner

Popularity Score

75/100

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