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Base Preparation:

Begin by blending fresh fruits, yogurt, and honey until smooth. The mixture should have a creamy texture.

Flavor Infusion:

Slowly add spices or herbs of your choice, ensuring even distribution. This step enhances the depth of flavor.

Base Preparation:

Begin by blending fresh fruits, yogurt, and honey until smooth. The mixture should have a creamy texture.

Flavor Infusion:

Slowly add spices or herbs of your choice, ensuring even distribution. This step enhances the depth of flavor.

Base Preparation:

Begin by blending fresh fruits, yogurt, and honey until smooth. The mixture should have a creamy texture.

Baking Tips

Choose a ripe but firm pineapple for the best texture

Pat pineapple completely dry before battering to ensure coating sticks

Keep oil temperature consistent for even browning

Don't overmix the batter - lumps create extra crispiness

Use cold sparkling water for a lighter, crispier coating

Fry in small batches to maintain oil temperature

Drain on a wire rack, not paper towels, to keep rings crispy

Serve immediately - these are best eaten hot and fresh

Save the pineapple core for smoothies or juice

Crispy Tropical Pineapple Rings

Name: Crispy Tropical Pineapple Rings
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4-6 servings
Cuisine: Tropical/Hawaiian
Ingredients: For the Pineapple:; 1 large fresh pineapple, peeled and cored; 1/4 cup brown sugar; 2 tablespoons lime juice; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger; Pinch of salt; For the Crispy Coating:; 1 cup all-purpose flour; 1/2 cup cornstarch; 1/2 cup shredded coconut (sweetened); 2 tablespoons granulated sugar; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 1 cup cold sparkling water or club soda; 1 large egg, beaten; For Frying:; Vegetable oil for deep frying (about 6 cups); Additional flour for dusting; For Serving and Garnish:; Powdered sugar for dusting; 1/4 cup toasted coconut flakes; Lime wedges; Fresh mint leaves; Honey or maple syrup for drizzling; Vanilla ice cream (optional); Caramel sauce (optional)

These golden, crispy pineapple rings bring the taste of the tropics to your table with their perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors. Fresh pineapple slices are coated in a light, seasoned batter and fried to perfection, creating a delightfully crunchy exterior that gives way to juicy, caramelized pineapple inside. Enhanced with coconut flakes and tropical spices, each bite delivers a burst of sunshine. Whether served as an appetizer, side dish, or dessert, these irresistible rings offer a fun twist on traditional fried foods and transport you straight to paradise with their vibrant flavors and satisfying crunch.

Prep Time

20 Minutes

Cook Time

15 Minutes

Total Time

35 Minutes

Chef

JUE

Ingredients

Custard Cream

For the Pineapple:

1 large fresh pineapple, peeled and cored

1/4 cup brown sugar

2 tablespoons lime juice

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1/4 teaspoon ground ginger

Pinch of salt

For the Crispy Coating:

1 cup all-purpose flour

1/2 cup cornstarch

1/2 cup shredded coconut (sweetened)

2 tablespoons granulated sugar

1 teaspoon baking powder

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

1 cup cold sparkling water or club soda

1 large egg, beaten

For Frying:

Vegetable oil for deep frying (about 6 cups)

Additional flour for dusting

For Serving and Garnish:

Powdered sugar for dusting

1/4 cup toasted coconut flakes

Lime wedges

Fresh mint leaves

Honey or maple syrup for drizzling

Vanilla ice cream (optional)

Caramel sauce (optional)

Chopped macadamia nuts (optional)

Instructions

Cut pineapple into 1/2-inch thick rings, removing any remaining core pieces. Pat rings completely dry with paper towels.

In a shallow dish, combine brown sugar, lime juice, vanilla, cinnamon, ginger, and salt. Marinate pineapple rings for 15 minutes, turning once.

Heat oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot or deep fryer to 350°F (175°C). Use a thermometer to maintain consistent temperature.

In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, shredded coconut, sugar, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.

Add cold sparkling water and beaten egg to dry ingredients. Whisk until just combined - batter should be slightly lumpy for extra crispiness.

Remove pineapple rings from marinade and pat dry again. Lightly dust each ring with flour, shaking off excess.

Dip each floured ring into the batter, allowing excess to drip off. Carefully lower into hot oil using tongs or a slotted spoon.

Fry 2-3 rings at a time for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy. Don't overcrowd the pot.

Remove fried rings and drain on a wire rack set over paper towels. Sprinkle immediately with a light dusting of powdered sugar.

Continue frying remaining rings, allowing oil temperature to return to 350°F between batches.

Arrange on serving platter and garnish with toasted coconut flakes, lime wedges, and fresh mint leaves.

Serve immediately while hot and crispy, with honey, ice cream, or caramel sauce on the side if desired.

Crispy Tropical Pineapple Rings

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