It is summertime and although we are in the middle of a pandemic , we still can do our best to make the most of our social distancing summer evenings. This recipe will put you in a tropical mood, as you get to eat your dinner out of a pineapple bowl. The idea for this recipe came about while planning one of my friends birthday parties. One of the theme nights was “Luau” and I had always seen these pineapple bowls and wanted to try it. I made salmon and a seafood rice and it was a hit! I knew that I had to make this a blog recipe for the Glam Kitchen Gang because it looks fancy and is full of flavor. As always let me know what you think and enjoy !!

Glam Kitchen Tips

I’m not a fan of peas and carrots in my fried rice but feel free to add whatever veggies you like !
Invest in a good , sharp knife and cutting board -it makes recipes like this easier when you can cut with ease

Serves 2

Ingredients

◦ 1 large pineapple

*Salmon Ingredients*

◦ 2 salmon filets (6-8 ounces each )

◦ 2 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil

◦ Pink salt

◦ Ground black pepper

◦ 1 teaspoon Garlic powder

◦ 1 teaspoon Onion powder

◦ 1/2 cup teriyaki sauce ( I used Soy Vay Teriyaki sauce )

◦ 1 tablespoon sriracha sauce

◦ 2 tablespoon honey

*Shrimp Fried Rice Ingredients*

◦ 2 1/2 cups day old white rice

◦ 1/2 pound extra large shrimp , peeled and deveined with shells and tails off

◦ 2 tablespoon unsalted butter

◦ 2 beaten eggs

◦ 2 tablespoon vegetable oil

◦ 2 sprigs green onion, chopped

◦ 1 /2 cup bean sprouts

◦ 1/2 cup carrots, finely chopped ( I used matchstick precut carrots)

◦ 1/4 red bell pepper, diced

◦ 1 tablespoon low sodium soy sauce

◦ 1 tablespoon teriyaki sauce

◦ 1 tablespoon garlic, minced

Instructions

How to cut a pineapple into 2 bowls

1. Using a sharp, large knife- cut the pineapple in half , leaving the crown on and making an even cut

2. Cut around the perimeter of the pineapple , being careful not to cut through to the bottom of the fruit

3. Make 3 vertical cuts , then horizontal cuts. It should look like pineapple squares

4. Using a spoon, scoop out the flesh of the pineapple (reserve it for a yummy snack for later )

5. Set them aside until you are ready to fill them

Teriyaki Salmon

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees

2. Season both sides of the salmon filets with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder

3. In a small bowl combine teriyaki sauce , sriracha, and honey – set aside

4. Heat 2 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet

5. Sear salmon on each side for 3-4 minutes

6. Remove from heat and place them in a small baking dish or pan

7. Top salmon with teriyaki glaze

8. Bake salmon for 8-10 minutes, or until cooked to your liking

9 . Remove from heat

Shrimp Fried Rice

1. In a small bowl season shrimp with salt and pepper to taste -set aside

2. Melt 2 tablespoon butter in a wok or large skillet

3. Scramble eggs and remove from heat

4. Add 2 tablespoons oil and stir fry red bell pepper, carrots, garlic , and green onion for 2-3 minutes or until tender

5. Add shrimp and stir fry for another 2-3 minutes

6. Add rice , egg, bean sprouts, soy sauce and teriyaki sauce then stir fry for another 2-3 minutes

7. Remove from heat