**Spiced Pineapple: A Journey Through Sweetness and Spice**
Welcome to the world of tantalizing flavors with our spiced pineapple recipes. This tropical fruit, renowned for its vibrant yellow hue and juicy flesh, takes center stage in a symphony of sweet and spicy culinary creations. From traditional Polynesian dishes to contemporary fusion fare, our recipe collection explores the diverse culinary landscape of spiced pineapple. Get ready to embark on a taste adventure that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.
**Pineapple Coconut Pandowdy**:
A classic Hawaiian dessert that combines the tropical flavors of pineapple and coconut.
- Layers of juicy pineapple, sweet coconut, and a buttery crust create a harmonious balance of textures and flavors.
**Spiced Pineapple Jam**:
A versatile condiment that adds a burst of flavor to breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
- This jam features a perfect balance of sweetness and spice, making it an ideal accompaniment to toast, scones, or your favorite grilled meats.
**Pineapple Fried Rice**:
A savory and aromatic dish inspired by Southeast Asian cuisine.
- This fried rice incorporates succulent pineapple, fragrant jasmine rice, and a medley of vegetables, creating a vibrant and flavorful main course or side dish.
**Grilled Pineapple with Spicy Chili Glaze**:
A sweet and spicy symphony of flavors that will impress your taste buds.
- Grilled pineapple slices are brushed with a tantalizing glaze made from chili peppers, honey, and lime, resulting in a delightful combination of sweet, spicy, and smoky notes.
**Pineapple Upside-Down Cake**:
A beloved classic dessert with a caramelized pineapple topping.
- This iconic cake features a moist sponge cake base topped with a layer of juicy pineapple slices and a golden-brown caramelized sugar topping.
**Pineapple Mojito:**
A refreshing and tropical twist on the classic mojito cocktail.
- This cocktail combines the flavors of pineapple, mint, lime, and rum, creating a vibrant and flavorful libation perfect for sipping on a warm summer day.
JERK-SPICED MANGO PINEAPPLE CHUTNEY
I grew up eating mango, pineapple and spicy food, so enjoy the combination of these flavors. I try to make this chutney during the summer when the fruit is most flavorful and affordable. It's fine to adjust the spiciness according to your liking. You can serve this with any meat, but also with fish, such as salmon.-Sugiyarti Jorgenson, Kodiak, Alaska
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 1h40m
Yield 5 half-pints.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a Dutch oven, bring all ingredients to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 1 to 1-1/4 hours or until thickened., Carefully ladle hot mixture into five hot half-pint jars, leaving 1/2-in. headspace. Remove air bubbles and adjust headspace, if necessary, by adding hot mixture. Wipe rims. Center lids on jars; screw on bands until fingertip tight., Place jars into canner with simmering water, ensuring that they are completely covered with water. Bring to a boil; process for 10 minutes. Remove jars and cool.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 163 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 12mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (36g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.
SPICED WALNUT CARROT CAKE WITH PINEAPPLE
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- In a large mixing bowl, toss together the carrots, walnuts, pineapple, raisins, and coconut with 1/2 cup of the flour to coat them and keep them from sinking to the bottom of the cake batter.
- Sift together the remaining 1 1/2 cups flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, baking soda, and salt.
- In a mixer with a whip attachment, mix the eggs and sugar until light and fluffy (the "ribbon" stage) then drizzle in the vegetable oil. Fold in the dry ingredients and pour over the carrot mixture. Fold carefully to blend, then pour the batter into a buttered, floured 10 by 3-inch cake pan containing a circle of parchment paper in the bottom. Bake until firm to the touch in the center, about 1 to 1 1/4 hours. Let cool on a rack and then turn out. Dust the top with powdered sugar and cut into wedges to serve.
SPICED PINEAPPLE-ZUCCHINI BREAD
Every gardener has the same dilemma - what to do with all their zucchini bounty! This is one solution and even makes a great gift.
Provided by JackieOhNo
Categories Quick Breads
Time 1h30m
Yield 2 loaves, 24 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease and flour two 8x4-inch loaf pans; set aside.
- In a medium bowl, combine flour, nuts, baking soda, cinnamon, salt, nutmeg and baking powder; set aside.
- In large bowl of an electric mixer, at high speed, beat eggs until frothy. Beat in oil, sugar, and vanilla. Beat until mixture is thick and foamy. Stir in zucchini, pineapple, and flour mixture.
- Pour into prepared pans, dividing evenly. Bake 1 hour, or until cake tester inserted in center comes out clean.
- Let breads cool in pans 10 minutes. Turn out onto wire racks to cool completely.
PINEAPPLE SPICED CHICKEN AND RICE
Chicken pieces are coated with a richly seasoned herb and spice rub, baked with pineapple slices, and served over pineapple jasmine rice.
Provided by Dole
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips Dole Pineapple
Time 50m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Drain pineapple; reserve 1 tablespoon juice. Chop 2 pineapple slices; set aside for rice.
- Mix together reserved juice, garlic powder, thyme, nutmeg, allspice, salt and cinnamon in small bowl, until blended.
- Arrange chicken on foil-lined sheet pan. Season with salt and pepper. Rub each breast half with spice mixture over and under the skin. Place two pineapple slices on each breast. Bake at 350 degrees F 30 to 40 minutes, or until internal temperature of chicken reaches 165 degrees F and is no longer pink in center (Note: if using chicken legs, time will need to be increased 15 to 25 minutes).
- Cook olive oil, red onion and red pepper over medium-high heat in medium saucepan about 5 minutes or until onions are tender. Add rice and chopped pineapple to sauce pan, cook 3 minutes more. Add chicken broth, heat to boiling. Reduce heat to simmer and cook for 15 minutes or until all liquid is absorbed. Add chopped basil; let stand 5 minutes before serving.
- Arrange rice and chicken on 4 plates for service. Garnish with additional chopped basil, if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 435.7 calories, Carbohydrate 61.6 g, Cholesterol 67.3 mg, Fat 5.7 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 31.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 370.9 mg, Sugar 16.7 g
SPICED PINEAPPLE UPSIDE-DOWN CAKE
I often bake this beautiful cake in my large cast-iron skillet and turn it out onto a pizza pan. -Jennifer Sergesketter, Newburgh, Indiana
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 55m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a saucepan, melt 2/3 cup butter; stir in brown sugar. Spread in the bottom of an ungreased heavy 12-in. ovenproof skillet or a 13x9-in. baking pan. Arrange pineapple in a single layer over sugar mixture; place a cherry in the center of each slice. Sprinkle with pecans and set aside. , In a large bowl, cream sugar and remaining butter until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. Combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon and nutmeg; add alternately to batter with buttermilk, beating well after each addition. , Carefully pour over the pineapple. Bake at 350° until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, about 40 minutes for skillet, 50-60 minutes for baking pan. Immediately invert onto a serving platter. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 509 calories, Fat 25g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 91mg cholesterol, Sodium 467mg sodium, Carbohydrate 69g carbohydrate (52g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.
SPICED PINEAPPLE
A serving of this nicely seasoned pineapple is delicious alongside lamb chops or ham. It's an easy no-fuss side dish that adds a little something extra to make a meal stand out.-Chris Nash, Berthoud, Colorado
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 25m
Yield 4-6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Drain pineapple, reserving 1 cup juice. In a saucepan, combine the sugar, vinegar, cinnamon, cloves, salt and reserved pineapple juice. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10 minutes., Discard cinnamon and cloves. Add pineapple. Return to a boil; cook and stir for 2-3 minutes. Serve warm with a slotted spoon.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 229 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 36mg sodium, Carbohydrate 59g carbohydrate (56g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 0 protein.
PINEAPPLE-ORANGE SPICED TEA
The sweet aroma of this tea wafting from a slow cooker warms the dreariest day. My daughter served it for a holiday open house, and coffee drinkers were instantly converted. I bring it to the office to spice up our break room beverage selections. -Carole J. Drennan, Abilene, Texas
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 2h15m
Yield 12 servings (3 qt.).
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a 5- or 6-qt. slow cooker, combine boiling water and tea bags. Cover and let stand 5 minutes., Meanwhile, place cinnamon sticks, ginger and cloves on a double thickness of cheesecloth. Gather corners of cloth to enclose seasonings; tie securely with string. Discard tea bags. Stir in remaining ingredients; add spice bag. Cook, covered, on low until heated through, 2-3 hours. Discard spice bag. Stir before serving. If desired, serve with pomegranate seeds and lemon slices.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 173 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 10mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (41g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.
ROASTED PINEAPPLE SPICED RUM
Elevate your rum and drinks with ingredients you already have in your pantry! Begin with roasted pineapple, then add your favorite spices for your own tempting, customized flavor!
Provided by Matt Wencl
Categories 100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes
Time P5DT1h15m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Arrange pineapple slices in an even layer on prepared baking sheet.
- Roast pineapple in the preheated oven until tender, about 45 minutes. Let cool until easily handled, 20 to 30 minutes.
- Transfer cooled pineapple to a container. Top with rum.
- Split vanilla bean lengthwise with the tip of a sharp knife. Holding the pod open, scrape seeds from each half using the flat side of your knife. Add seeds and scraped pods to the container. Stir in raisins, cinnamon sticks, orange zest, vanilla extract, peppercorns, allspice berries, nutmeg, star anise, and cardamom.
- Seal container and store in a cool, dark place. Mix every day, removing any spice that becomes too dominant for your taste, until rum reaches desired flavor, 5 days to 2 weeks. Strain through a fine-mesh sieve. Strain again through a coffee filter. Discard whole spices; reserve strained fruit.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 175 calories, Carbohydrate 10 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 0.4 g, Sodium 1.8 mg, Sugar 7.1 g
SPICED BACON-WRAPPED PINEAPPLE
Steps:
- Set an oven rack in the center of the oven if your broiler is in the oven, or set the broiler rack in the lowest position. Preheat the broiler. Place a wire rack over a baking sheet.
- Combine the chili powder, garlic powder, pepper and onion powder in a small bowl.
- Wrap each pineapple ring with 4 pieces of bacon, winding it around and through the hole in the center; sprinkle with the spice mix. Place on the prepared baking sheet.
- Broil, turning once, until the bacon is well browned, 3 to 5 minutes per side. Let cool 2 minutes before serving.
SPICED PINEAPPLE LENTILS
Steps:
- Heat the oil in a medium pot over moderate heat. Saute the onions with the salt and pepper until golden, about 10 minutes. Stir in the garlic and lentils and cook 2 minutes, stirring frequently. Pour in the water, bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer and cook, covered, 45 minutes. Stir in the pineapple, remove from the heat and serve.
SPICED PINEAPPLE COOLER
I enjoy cooking, especially when I'm preparing a dish that is different. That's definitely the case with this spicy, refreshing party punch. -Nancy Burford, Senatobia, Mississippi
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 30m
Yield 13 servings (3/4 cup each).
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a small saucepan, bring water, sugar, cinnamon and cloves to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes. Strain. Cool to room temperature., Pour into a large pitcher; stir in juices. Refrigerate until chilled. Just before serving, stir in ginger ale. Serve over ice. Garnish with additional cinnamon sticks if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 119 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 4mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.
SPICED PLANTAINS AND PINEAPPLE
Fried slices of plantain seasoned with spices and combined with pineapple make a sweet spicy dessert or sidedish that goes well with hot or tart foods.
Provided by buckylarue
Categories Desserts Fruit Dessert Recipes Pineapple Dessert Recipes
Time 10m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and coat with cooking spray. Arrange plantain slices in a single layer. Season with half of the cinnamon, nutmeg and cloves. Cook until golden brown on the bottom, 2 to 3 minutes. Turn over the plantain slices and pour in the pineapple and a small amount of the juice. Sprinkle the remaining spices over the top and continue to cook until browned on the bottom, about another 3 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 198.8 calories, Carbohydrate 51.5 g, Fat 0.7 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 1.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 6.1 mg, Sugar 33.8 g
PINEAPPLE SPICED CAKE
Provided by Food Network
Categories dessert
Time 1h45m
Yield 8 to 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Mix the oil and sugar together. Add the eggs one at a time, beating after each addition.
- Sift together the dry ingredients. Add dry ingredients to the wet mix. Fold in the pineapple and the walnuts.
- Bake in 3 (8-inch) ring molds ring molds, greased and floured for 35 minutes or 2 (9-inch) greased and floured cake pans for 1 hour. They are done when the center bounces back.
- Rum cream: Put the vanilla bean and milk together in a saucepan, and bring to a simmer. Turn off the flame, and allow to steep for 10 minutes. Whisk the egg yolks and sugar in a bowl until sugar dissolves and mixture is a pale yellow. Stir in the hot milk and rum. Return the custard to the pan over low heat, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon until custard thickens slightly. Strain custard through a chinois. Chill over an ice bath to stop the cooking.
- Candied ginger: Put the ginger in a small saucepan, and add enough water to cover. Bring the pot to a boil. Drain the water, leaving the ginger and refresh with more cold water. Bring to boil again. Follow this step one more time. After the last time, add the simple syrup to the strained ginger and bring to a simmer. Cook for half an hour. Strain the ginger and spread out on a plate to cool. Save the ginger infused syrup for another dessert.
- Assembly: Cut cake into approximately 1-inch slices. Place one slice on a dessert plate and pour a desired amount of rum cream over the slice. Garnish with the candied ginger.
SPICED PINEAPPLE PUMPKIN DELIGHT
This is a wonderful and light alternative to pumpkin pie -- very refreshing!
Provided by Jill M.
Categories Fruits and Vegetables Vegetables Squash
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the gelatin and apple juice. Place bowl in a larger bowl with hot water and stir until gelatin is dissolved.
- Blend together the pumpkin, spice, sugar, honey and gelatin mixture.
- Spread 1/4 of the mixture in the bottom of custard cups. Top with 1/4 cup pineapple; repeat layers. Chill for 1 hour before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 155.9 calories, Carbohydrate 38.9 g, Fat 0.6 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 2.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 7 mg, Sugar 30.5 g
SPICED PINEAPPLE HAM SLICES
I use this recipe for a quick weeknight meal whenever I have leftover ham. Great for the Easter ham leftovers that are still in the freezer!
Provided by Ginny Sue
Categories Ham
Time 25m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- Cut ham slices into serving size pieces, if necessary.
- Arrange ham slices evenly in a 8x8 inch glass baking dish.
- Place pineapple slices on top of the ham.
- Sprinkle brown sugar and spices on top of the ham and pineapple.
- Pour orange juice over all.
- Cover pan tightly with foil and bake for 20-25 minutes or until thoroughly heated.
CHILE-SPICED PINEAPPLE
Steps:
- Skewer 3 pineapple chunks onto each cocktail skewer or toothpick and arrange on a plate.
- In a small bowl, combine the chile powder, cumin, salt and pepper and mix with a fork. Sprinkle onto all sides of the skewered pineapple chunks and serve.
SPICED PINEAPPLE ICED TEA
Steps:
- Combine the pineapple skin and core, allspice berries, star anise, cinnamon and 6 cups water in a 4-quart saucepan. Bring the mixture to a boil, lower the heat and simmer for 1 hour. Remove from the heat and add the tea bags; let the tea bags steep for at least 20 minutes and up to 6 hours. Strain the pineapple tea and cool completely. Serve over ice with pineapple wedges.
SPICED PINEAPPLE PORK
The classic combination of pork and pineapple lives on in this slightly retro and irresistible sweet and sour one-pan dish. Serve with rice and Chinese greens.
Provided by English_Rose
Categories Pork
Time 17m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Add the oil to a large non-stick pan, season the steaks well, then fry for 5 mins on each side until golden and almost cooked through.
- Mix the sugar, soy, tomato paste and most of the pineapple juice in a bowl.
- Add the pineapple rings to the pan and let them caramelise a little alongside the pork.
- Add the chili and five-spice to the pan, then fry for 1 min until aromatic.
- Tip in the soy mix and let it bubble around the pork and pineapple for a few mins until slightly reduced and sticky.
- Sprinkle with cilantro, and serve with rice and Chinese greens.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 100.2, Fat 2.4, SaturatedFat 0.3, Sodium 269, Carbohydrate 20.4, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 16.4, Protein 1.1
SPICED PINEAPPLE PORK
On the top of this roast there is a tasty glaze poured over a layer of crushed pineapple and baked in.
Provided by Nancy Allen
Categories Pork
Time 2h40m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- 1. Line a 8' square dish with foil and place your roast wrapped snuggly in foil in the oven. Bake at 350 2 hours.
- 2. For the glaze, mix the preserves, honey, vinegar, mustard, and allspice in a bowl , and set aside.
- 3. Remove roast from oven after the two hours, meat should be browning nicely. At this point, place crushed pineapple on roast and then pour your glaze over top to run down the sides.
- 4. Leave foil open and place back in oven 30-40 minutes to let glaze bake into meat. Serve warm.
Tips:
- Select ripe pineapples: Choose pineapples that are heavy for their size and have a golden yellow color. Avoid pineapples with green or brown spots.
- Core and cut the pineapple properly: To core the pineapple, use a sharp knife to cut off the top and bottom. Then, slice the pineapple in half lengthwise and scoop out the core. Cut the pineapple into 1-inch thick slices or chunks.
- Use a variety of spices: The spices used in this recipe are just a suggestion. Feel free to experiment with different spices, such as cinnamon, nutmeg, or cardamom.
- Adjust the sweetness: If you prefer a sweeter pineapple, add more sugar or honey to the recipe. You can also use a combination of sugar and honey.
- Serve warm or cold: Spiced pineapple can be served warm or cold. It is a delicious addition to breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
Conclusion:
Spiced pineapple is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed in many different ways. It is a great way to use up leftover pineapple or to add a tropical flavor to your meals. With just a few simple ingredients, you can make a delicious and healthy snack or side dish. So next time you have a pineapple on hand, give this recipe a try!
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