CARIBBEAN BAKED PINEAPPLE
Grown only in the New World tropics, pineapples belong to the bromeliad family. Bromeliads are epiphytes, or air plants, which means they absorb water and nutrients from their environment through microscopic hairs at the base of their leaves.Their roots function only as an anchoring support. It takes 13 to 18 months for a pineapple to mature. From "The Florida Keys Cookbook" and posted for ZWT5.
Provided by kitty.rock
Categories Pineapple
Time 30m
Yield 4-6 , 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425°F Remove all but about 1 inch of green leaves from top of pineapple. Cut pineapple in half lengthwise. With a serrated knife, carefully cut around the perimeter of each half pineapple. With a large serving spoon, carefully scoop out pineapple, separating it from the shell - be sure to keep the shell intact.
- Cut the flesh (not the shell) of each half pineapple in half again, lengthwise. Cut out the tough inner core. Cut the pineapple in 1-inch bite-size pieces (about 3 cups). Drain one pineapple shell on paper toweling. Discard the other shell.
- Melt 4 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add pineapple, lime segments, sugar and red pepper flakes. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring frequently. Transfer pineapple mixture, including all butter, to pineapple shell. Set aside.
- Melt remaining 4 tablespoons butter in a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add breadcrumbs and saute, stirring frequently, until crumbs are toasted and browned. Top pineapple with tasted breadcrumbs.
- Place pineapple shell in an appropriately sized baking dish. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes. (You can prepare this recipe early in the day, cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until baking. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes.).
- NOTE: In the tropics, fruit is quite often cooked like a vegetable and served as a side dish. If you want an even more peppery kick to this dish, add 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper to the breadcrumb-butter mixture.
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starford martey
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times now and it always turns out great. The pineapple is always juicy and flavorful, and the sauce is the perfect balance of sweet and tangy.
Rony Ahmed Santo
[email protected]This recipe is definitely a crowd-pleaser. I made it for a party and everyone loved it. The pineapple was perfectly cooked and the sauce was the perfect finishing touch.
Raj Ghimire
[email protected]This recipe was a bit too time-consuming for me, but the end result was worth it. The pineapple was delicious and the sauce was amazing.
Djsjhh Ksnns
[email protected]I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my pineapple didn't come out as caramelized as I would have liked. The sauce was good, though.
Abul Hashem
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the pineapple turned out perfectly. The sauce was a little too runny for my taste, but overall it was a good recipe.
Masood Barijo
[email protected]This recipe is a bit too sweet for my taste, but it's still a good recipe. I would recommend reducing the amount of sugar in the sauce.
tim irwin
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times now and it always turns out great. The pineapple is always juicy and flavorful, and the sauce is the perfect balance of sweet and tangy.
Jeanskie Torres
[email protected]This recipe is definitely a crowd-pleaser. I made it for a party and everyone loved it. The pineapple was perfectly cooked and the sauce was the perfect finishing touch.
Jeo
[email protected]This recipe was a bit too time-consuming for me, but the end result was worth it. The pineapple was delicious and the sauce was amazing.
Riley Snyder
[email protected]I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my pineapple didn't come out as caramelized as I would have liked. The sauce was good, though.
Doly Begum
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the pineapple turned out perfectly. The sauce was a little too sweet for my taste, but overall it was a good recipe.
Critical Mole
[email protected]I've never been a huge fan of pineapple, but this recipe made me a believer. The pineapple was so tender and juicy, and the sauce was the perfect balance of sweet and tangy. I'll definitely be making this again.
GENTY PLENTY
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The pineapple was perfectly caramelized and the sauce was divine. I served it with vanilla ice cream and it was the perfect summer dessert.
Asad Miah
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of pineapple, but this recipe changed my mind. The pineapple was so flavorful and juicy, and the sauce was the perfect complement. I'll definitely be making this again.
Saifullah Adeel
[email protected]This was a delicious and easy recipe to make. The pineapple was perfectly cooked and the sauce was amazing. I will definitely be making this again.
Alicia Chin
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The pineapple is always sweet and juicy, and the sauce is to die for. I usually double the sauce recipe because it's so good. :)
The Epic
[email protected]This recipe is a total winner! The pineapple came out perfectly caramelized and juicy, and the coconut-rum sauce was the perfect finishing touch. I served it with grilled shrimp and jasmine rice, and it was a hit with my family. Highly recommend!