Pineapple is best eaten fresh, but peeling and cutting pineapple can be a bit of a nuisance compared to other fruits. The tastiest part of the pineapple is the edge, so it is important to cut it properly. This guide will show you how to cut them easily.
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Part 1 of 3: Picking Pineapple
Step 1. Smell the Pineapple
Smell from below for the most accurate scent. Pineapple should smell sweet and fresh. Don't go for pineapples that don't smell fermented or have a sweet taste.
Step 2. Watch the pineapple
Some green on the side of the pineapple is fine, but the whole pineapple doesn't have to be green. A good pineapple is usually golden on the underside. Avoid pineapple if it looks bruised.
Step 3. Touch the Pineapple
Pineapple should be firm. The pressure on the pineapple will feel a little strong. Pineapple that is too ripe will feel soft and mushy. Pineapple should have a weight appropriate to its size.
Part 2 of 3: Peeling Pineapple
Step 1. Lay the pineapple on its side
Use a cutting board or other cutting surface.
Step 2. Cut the crown and stem of the pineapple
With a sharp kitchen knife, cut about half an inch from the pineapple.
Step 3. Stand the pineapple at one end
Slice the side skin of the pineapple from top to bottom. Cut as thin as possible. Leave as much pineapple flesh as possible; The sweetest part of the pineapple is the outer flesh.
- Following the contours of the fruit will help prevent the loss of flesh at the center of the pineapple.
- Do not throw away the eyes (brown spots) when cutting the pineapple skin, or the good pineapple flesh will be wasted a lot.
Step 4. Remove eye spots
The eye spots will line up diagonally on the pineapple. A V-shaped cut along a diagonal line will remove any set of eye spots. The remaining meat is ready to be cut now.
A good pineapple will waste less time when you remove eye spots this way, but it will take less time than removing one eye spot at a time
Part 3 of 3: Cutting Pineapple
Step 1. Cut the pineapple circles
Lay the peeled pineapple on its side, then cut into slices about 2 cm thick. This will leave a whole circle of pineapple. You can stick a fork into the thick core to hold the loop.
- Pineapple core is hard, but edible and healthy.
- The circle can be made into a ring by cutting the core. Do this easily with a cookie cutter or round dough.
Step 2. Cut the pineapple into many pieces
Stand the pineapple and cut it into quarters. From each of the four pineapple chunks, cut the core and then cut the pineapple chunks back in half. Lay each piece and slice it into small pieces.
One pineapple will produce about 4 servings of fruit flesh
Step 3. Use pineapple for recipes or consumption
Pineapple is very delicious eaten without any addition, or it can also be added with yogurt, whipped cream, crushed nuts, etc. Pineapple can also be caked, as an addition to a heavy meal or as a garnish on top of a dessert.
Tips
- Pineapple is low in fat and cholesterol free. It also contains vitamin C and has essential nutrients, and contains lots of fiber.
- Pineapple contains bromelain; these are enzymes that break down proteins. Pineapple juice is great for marinating tough meats, but don't overcook or the meat may crumble. Bromelain also stops gelatin, so if you want to make a gelatin dessert using pineapple, cook the pineapple first or use canned pineapple, as both processes will destroy the bromelain.
- The white fibrous material in the pineapple core is bitter, but some people like this taste. It's safe to eat and healthy (contains antioxidants), but may not be right for you as it's generally tough, although the actual core flavor is mild and quite appealing.
