Low Fat Recipe

Curried Pineapple Rice
Low Fat Recipe

Ingredients:
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
2 tablespoons margarine
2 1/2 cups uncooked long grain rice
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon curry powder
5 cups chicken broth
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped (optional)
1 (20 oz.) can unsweetened pineapple chunks, drained,
OR the equivalent of fresh pineapple
4 green onions, chopped

Directions:
In a large saucepan, saute onion in butter until tender. Stir in rice, garlic, and curry powder. Add broth, soy sauce and jalapeno, if desired. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20 minutes.

Remove from the heat and let stand for 5 minutes or until liquid is absorbed. Stir in green onions and pineapple chunks.

Nutrition information per one 3/4 cup serving Curried Pineapple Rice (prepared with low-sodium broth and light soy sauce):
Calories: 178
Sodium: 96
Exchanges: 1 Starch, 1 Vegetable, 1 Fruit