Embark on a culinary journey to Portugal with Ananas ao Porto, a delightful dessert that combines the vibrant flavors of pineapple, port wine, and spices. This classic Portuguese dish features fresh pineapple slices simmered in a rich and aromatic port wine syrup, infused with cinnamon, cloves, and lemon zest. Served chilled or warm, Ananas ao Porto offers a perfect balance of sweetness and tartness, making it a refreshing and elegant treat. Alongside the main recipe, discover variations that elevate this dessert to new heights. Try the Pineapple Carpaccio with Port Wine Granita, where thinly sliced pineapple is paired with a refreshing port wine granita, creating a visually stunning and texturally exciting dish. Explore the Pineapple and Port Terrine, a layered masterpiece that combines pineapple, port wine jelly, and whipped cream, resulting in a sophisticated and flavorful dessert. Indulge in the Pineapple and Port Verrine, where layers of pineapple, port wine mousse, and crunchy streusel create a delightful symphony of flavors and textures.
Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!
PINEAPPLE WITH PORT (ANANAS AO PORTO)
Pineapples are abundant in the Azores. This is an easy light dessert.
Provided by Mikekey *
Categories Fruit Desserts
Time 4h10m
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- 1. Place each slice pineapple on dessert plate; sprinkle with sugar. NOTE: If pineapple is very sweet, omit the sugar.
- 2. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of the port over each pineapple slice. Cover and refrigerate at least 4 hours.
- 3. Garnish with fresh mint leaves.
PINEAPPLE IN PORT WITH FRESH CHOPPED MINT
Pineapple in Port With Fresh Chopped Mint (Ananas Em Porto Com Hortela Picada) The mellowest pineapples on earth are those grown in the Azores because they ripen in greenhouses under waftings of smoke. Most of the pineapple served in mainland Portugal comes from the Azores, the mid-Atlantic archipelago discovered and claimed for...
Provided by Vicki Butts (lazyme)
Categories Fruit Desserts
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- 1. Slice the top and bottom off the pineapple, stand it on end, and slicing straight down, remove all the prickly peel. Cut the pineapple lengthwise into 8 wedges, slice off the hard core at the point of each wedge, then slice the wedges about 1/4-inch thick, making small fan-shaped pieces.
- 2. Place the pineapple fans in a large nonmetallic bowl, add the Port, and toss to mix. Cover and chill 3 to 4 hours.
- 3. Add the mint, toss again, and chill 30 minutes longer.
- 4. To serve, spoon into stemmed goblets, and if you like, sprig with fresh mint.
PINEAPPLE IN PORT (ANANAS EM PORTO COM HORTELA PICADA)
Lovely pineapples grow in the Azores and Port IS from Portugal, so no surprise that this is a classic Protugese dessert, tho not nearly as rich as most. From Jean Anderson's "The Food of Portugal"
Provided by Chef Kate
Categories Dessert
Time 4h10m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Slice the top and bottom off the pineapple, stand it on end, and slicing straight down, remove all the prickly peel.
- Cut the pineapple lengthwise into 8 wedges, slice off the hard core at the point of each wedge, then slice the wedges about 1/4" thick, making small, fan-shaped pieces.
- Place the pineapple fans in a large, non-metallic bowl, add the Port and toss to mix.
- Cover and chill 3 to 4 hours.
- Add the minced mint and chill another 30 minutes.
- To serve, spoon into stemmed glasses and garnish with mint sprigs.
- Note: While this is lovely as it is, you can dress it up into an extraordinary recipe by serving it, parfait style, with Coconut Sorbet (recipe 170147) or with Greek style yogurt sweetened with honey.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 149.7, Fat 0.4, Sodium 4.6, Carbohydrate 37.2, Fiber 4.2, Sugar 26.9, Protein 1.7
Tips:
- Choose ripe pineapples: Look for pineapples with a deep golden-yellow color and a slightly sweet fragrance. Avoid pineapples with green or brown spots.
- Use fresh pineapple: Canned pineapple can be used in a pinch, but fresh pineapple will give your dish a much better flavor and texture.
- Cut the pineapple properly: To cut a pineapple, first slice off the top and bottom. Then, stand the pineapple upright and slice it into quarters. Remove the core from each quarter, then cut the quarters into slices.
- Don't overcook the pineapple: Pineapple is a delicate fruit, so it's important not to overcook it. Otherwise, it will become mushy and lose its flavor.
- Serve the pineapple warm or cold: Pineapple with Port can be served warm or cold. If you're serving it warm, reheat it gently over low heat until it's just warmed through. If you're serving it cold, chill it in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.
Conclusion:
Pineapple with Port is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that's perfect for any occasion. It's also a great way to use up leftover pineapple. So next time you have a pineapple on hand, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!
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