Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1 unit

pineapple

fresh, medium

1 unit

orange

peeled, sliced

1 unit

kiwi

peeled, sliced

0.5 cup

fresh strawberries

halved

0.5 cup

red seedless grapes

0.25 cup

lime juice

fresh

3 tbsp

honey

1 tbsp

light rum

1 tbsp

orange-flavored liqueur

0.5 tsp

lime zest

fresh

1 unit

banana

firm, sliced

Step 1
~4 min

Cut the pineapple in half lengthwise through the crown.

Step 2
~4 min

Carefully remove the fruit from both pineapple halves using a curved knife, being careful to leave the shells intact for serving.

Step 3
~4 min

Trim off the core of the removed pineapple fruit.

Step 4
~4 min

Cut the pineapple flesh into small chunks.

Step 5
~4 min

Peel and slice the orange.

Step 6
~4 min

Peel and slice the kiwi.

Step 7
~4 min

Halve the fresh strawberries.

Step 8
~4 min

Combine the pineapple chunks, orange slices, kiwi slices, strawberries halves, and red seedless grapes in a large mixing bowl.

Step 9
~4 min

In a separate 1-quart measuring cup, prepare the dressing.

Step 10
~4 min

Add lime juice, honey, light rum, orange-flavored liqueur, and lime zest to the measuring cup.

Step 11
~4 min

Whisk the dressing ingredients together until well combined.

Step 12
~4 min

Pour the prepared dressing over the fruit mixture in the large bowl.

Step 13
~4 min

Gently toss the fruit to ensure it is evenly coated with the dressing.

Step 14
~4 min

Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 15
~4 min

Just before serving, peel and slice the banana.

Step 16
~4 min

Add the banana slices to the chilled fruit salad.

Step 17
~4 min

Gently toss to combine.

Step 18
~4 min

Spoon the Mai Tai Compote salad into the reserved pineapple shells.

Step 19
~4 min

Serve immediately and enjoy.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a boozier version, add more rum or other liqueurs.

Adjust the amount of honey to your liking.

Add other tropical fruits like mango or papaya.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Can be made 1-2 days in advance

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve chilled as a refreshing dessert or snack.

Pairs well with grilled meats or seafood.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled chicken
Grilled fish
Pork tenderloin

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Hawaii

Cultural Significance

Pineapple is a symbol of hospitality.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Luaus
Summer parties

Occasion Tags

summer
party
luau
potluck

Popularity Score

75/100

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