Cinnamon Fried Pineapple
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Cinnamon Fried Pineapple
Description
The recipe takes a ripe pineapple cut into twelve wedges, which are tossed in a mixture of brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg to coat evenly. Butter is melted in a pan over medium-high heat, then the pineapple mixture and water are added. The pineapple cooks for 8 to 10 minutes, occasionally flipping, until the fruit becomes tender and the sugar mixture thickens into a syrup-like coating.
The cooking method softens the pineapple's flesh while concentrating its natural sweetness and infusing it with warm cinnamon and nutmeg aromas. This results in a fragrant, caramelized fruit dish with a tender yet slightly firm texture.
Serving suggestions include topping the warm pineapple with toasted coconut, whipped cream, ice cream, or maraschino cherries, which add contrasting textures and creamy or nutty notes. The dish works well as a flavorful dessert or as a sweet side complementing savory meals.
Ingredients
- 1 pineapple cut into twelve wedges, fresh and ripe
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 2 tablespoons butter unsalted
- 3 tablespoons water
Serving:
- coconut toasted
- Ice cream
- Whipped Cream
- maraschino cherries
Instructions
- Add pineapple wedges, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg into a large Ziploc bag and gently toss until well coated.
- Place a large pan over medium-high heat and melt the butte.
- Immediately add the pineapple mixture and water.
- Cook over for about 8 to 10 minutes or until pineapple is tender, flipping it occasionally.
- Cool slightly and serve warm as a side dish or dessert topped with toasted coconut, whipped cream, and cherries.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 270 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 270kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 57g | 19% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 6g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 15mg | 5% |
| Sodium | 56mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 287mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 49g | 98% |
| Vitamin A | 308IU | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 108mg | 120% |
| Calcium | 59mg | 6% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.