Start by adding the peeled pink pitaya to the white rice.
Mash everything very well until it is fully combined and set aside.
In a large skillet over medium to low heat, add a drizzle of olive oil.
Add the red onion chopped into small cubes and sauté until lightly golden brown.
Next, add the potatoes cut into cubes, the carrot cut into small cubes, the green bell pepper cut into smaller pieces and sauté everything for 2 minutes.
Add the shrimp and sauté until lightly golden brown.
Season with the salt, the black pepper, the onion powder, the water and stir to combine.
If you like, you can swap the shrimp for beef, pork, or even chicken, it’ up to you.
Cover the skillet and let everything cook for 15 minutes.
Transfer the pitaya rice to a large pot over medium heat.
Then, add the water, cover the pot and let everything cook for 8 minutes.
Serve the rice together with the broth we prepared.