Instant Pot Pork with Roasted Pineapple, Ginger and Coconut Rice

Name: Instant Pot Pork with Roasted Pineapple, Ginger and Coconut Rice
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Fusión tropical
Ingredients: 1.5 lb pork loin, cubed; 1 cup jasmine rice; 13.5 oz coconut milk; 3/4 cup water; 2 cups fresh pineapple; 1 cup yellow onion; 4 cloves garlic; 1 tbsp fresh ginger; 3 tbsp soy sauce; 2 tbsp lime juice; 1 tbsp honey; 2 tsp sesame oil; 1 tbsp vegetable oil; 1 tsp smoked paprika; 3/4 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper; 1/4 cup scallion; 1 tbsp sesame seeds; 2 tbsp fresh cilantro

An original Instant Pot dish featuring tender pork pieces pressure-cooked in an aromatic sauce with ginger, garlic, lime, and a touch of soy, served over coconut rice and finished with roasted pineapple, scallions, and sesame. It balances sweet, savory, and citrusy flavors in a complete and comforting meal.

20 minPrep

30 minCook

50 minTotal

4Servings

Dairy-FreeHigh Protein

Ingredients

Adjust servings

700 g pork loin, cubed (1.25-inch cubes)
200 g jasmine rice (enjuagado)
400 ml coconut milk (without sugar)
180 ml water (for the arroz)
300 g fresh pineapple (diced)
150 g yellow onion (chopped)
12 g garlic (chopped)
20 g fresh ginger (grated)
45 ml soy sauce (baja en sodio if preferred)
30 ml lime juice (freshly squeezed)
15 ml honey
10 ml sesame oil
15 ml vegetable oil
2 g smoked paprika
4 g salt (divided)
1 g black pepper
30 g scallion (sliced finas)
9 g sesame seeds (tostadas)
10 g fresh cilantro (chopped)

Nutrition facts

per serving

635 kcal

Calories

36 g

Protein

46 g

Carbs

33 g

Fat

3 g

Fiber

43 g

Net carbs

Approximate nutritional information. Estimated from the recipe’s ingredients and amounts, using standard reference nutrition values. It may vary with brands, sizes and cooking method. For guidance only; not a substitute for medical or dietary advice.

Allergens

SoySesame

Instructions

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1. Toss the pork with 1/2 teaspoon salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika. Let it rest for 10 minutes while you prepare the remaining ingredients.
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2. In a bowl, combine the soy sauce, lime juice, honey, and grated ginger. Stir well and set this sauce aside.
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3. Turn on the Instant Pot to Sauté. Once the insert is hot, add the vegetable oil and brown the pork in 2 batches for 2 to 3 minutes per batch, until lightly colored. Transfer the pork to a plate.
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4. Add the onion and garlic to the insert. Sauté for 2 minutes, stirring, until the onion softens. Pour in the reserved sauce and scrape the bottom to release any caramelized bits.
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5. Return the pork to the Instant Pot and coat well with the sauce. Set a pressure-safe trivet or rack on top.
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6. In a pressure-safe bowl, combine the jasmine rice, coconut milk, water, and the remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt. Place the bowl on the trivet so the rice cooks above the pork.
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7. Lock the lid and cook on High Pressure for 12 minutes. Let the pressure release naturally for 10 minutes, then carefully quick-release the remaining pressure.
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8. Meanwhile, spread the pineapple on a tray and roast it in a preheated oven at 425°F / 220°C for 10 minutes, or until the edges are golden. If preferred, sear it in a very hot skillet for 3 to 4 minutes instead.
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9. Open the Instant Pot, carefully remove the rice bowl, and fluff the coconut rice with a fork. Remove the trivet.
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10. Stir the sesame oil into the pork. If you want a more concentrated sauce, switch to Sauté and simmer for 2 to 3 minutes to reduce slightly.
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11. Serve a base of coconut rice, spoon the pork and sauce over it, and finish with the roasted pineapple, scallion, sesame seeds, and fresh cilantro.
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12. Taste and adjust with additional salt if needed before serving hot.

Chef tips

For better browning, pat the pork dry before sautéing. Do not overcrowd the insert while browning so the meat colors instead of steaming. The roasted pineapple adds contrast and texture, so add it at the end to keep it vibrant.

Substitutions

You can use boneless chicken thighs instead of pork, adjusting the pressure cooking time to 10 minutes. Basmati rice works well in place of jasmine rice. Cilantro can be replaced with fresh mint, and honey with brown sugar if you prefer a toastier flavor profile.

What I used to make it

Generic kitchen tools that work for this recipe. You don’t need to buy anything to make it.

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Cosori Pro LE 5 Qt Air Fryer
Browning and baking with little oil
- Browns food with very little oil
- Handy for vegetables, chicken and reheating
- Check the basket capacity
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TempPro TP19H Digital Thermometer
Checking doneness of meat and chicken
- Checks doneness of meat and chicken
- Quick reading
- Clean the probe after each use
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T-fal Ultimate Hard Anodized 12" Non-Stick Pan
Eggs, omelets and stir-fries
- Eggs and omelets that don’t stick
- Comfortable, sturdy handle
- Use wooden or silicone utensils
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