Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
1 unit

fresh pineapple

ripe

5 cup

water

0.5 cup

honey

4 unit

rose hips tea bags

1 cup

vanilla frozen yogurt

Step 1
~3 min

Prepare the pineapple by removing the skin and 'eyes'.

Step 2
~3 min

Cut the pineapple into 8 thick rounds.

Step 3
~3 min

Remove the core from each round.

Step 4
~3 min

In a large skillet, combine the pineapple rounds, water, and honey.

Step 5
~3 min

Bring the mixture to a boil, then add the rose hips tea bags.

Step 6
~3 min

Reduce the heat to a simmer, cover, and cook for 20 minutes, or until the pineapple is just tender.

Step 7
~3 min

Remove the pineapple rounds with a slotted spoon and place them in a shallow casserole dish.

Step 8
~3 min

Discard the tea bags or strain the rose hips through a sieve.

Step 9
~3 min

Cook the remaining liquid over high heat until it reduces to 2 cups.

Step 10
~3 min

Pour the reduced syrup over the pineapple in the casserole dish.

Step 11
~3 min

Cover and chill the pineapple in the syrup until very cold (at least 1 hour).

Step 12
~3 min

To serve, place vanilla frozen yogurt in glasses.

Step 13
~3 min

Top with the chilled poached pineapple rounds and drizzle with the syrup.

Step 14
~3 min

Serve immediately.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a richer flavor, add a splash of rum or brandy to the poaching liquid.

Serve with toasted coconut flakes for added texture and flavor.

Garnish with fresh mint leaves.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Pineapple can be poached and chilled a day in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a light and refreshing dessert.

Pairs well with a side of cinnamon wontons.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Cinnamon wontons

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Hawaii

Cultural Significance

Tropical dessert

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Summer parties
Luau

Occasion Tags

Summer
Party
Dessert

Popularity Score

65/100

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