Pineapple is called "Feng Li" in Chinese. "Feng" means phoenix which is an auspicious chinese legendary animal. In Hokkien pineapple is called "Ong Lai", meaning "come gold".
That's why Golden Phoenix Fried Rice is an auspicious dish which makes it very suitable to be eaten during festival especially Chinese New Year because Chinese believe it can brings blessing and luck to the whole family.
Do try to cook it at home. It is very delicious.
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