Pickled pineapple

Everyone has heard of canned pineapples, which are a very common food in our country. However, what pickled pineapple is is a mystery to many. Nevertheless, pickled pineapple is the same exotic fruit for our country that has undergone the preservation process, but is distinguished by the composition of the filling used.

As a rule, water, sugar and citric acid are used to make canned pineapple. The latter acts not only as a regulator of the acidity of the finished product, but also as a preservative. As for pickled pineapple, the process of its preparation is similar to the previous one with the only difference that the composition of the filling (marinade) can include a variety of pleasures and spices, as well as alcohol for greater aromatization.

It is worth noting that pickled pineapple can be prepared for the winter not only with wedges or rings, as is most often found among industrial products. Pickled pineapple, cooked whole, is considered a special chic, which is easy to surprise guests. To do this, the mature juicy fruit is neatly cleaned of the outer hard crust with a sharp knife, while the leaf hat is best left for a singing aesthetic.

If you cook pickled pineapple whole, choose the right container - a three-liter can will perfectly accommodate even a large fruit. Even small jars can be used when cutting the fruit into small pieces. However, a whole pickled pineapple can be not only a delicious treat, but also practically a crown dish of your festive table.

For pouring, which is used in the process of harvesting pickled pineapple, you can take any spices and spices to taste. Vanilla, zest and lime or lemon juice (vinegar substitute) are most commonly added. In addition, pink peppercorns and a small amount of red hot pepper are great for subtle piquancy. Alcohol flavors are advised to use rum.

First of all, the sugar syrup itself is prepared, in which a vanilla pod is added, as well as juice and lime zest. All this is brought to a boil and boiled for several minutes. Pineapple is laid in containers and poured with boiling aromatic syrup. After that, alcohol and pepper are introduced, the cans roll up.

Hot dishes, all kinds of salads, snacks and, undoubtedly, desserts - with pickled pineapple, almost any meal will acquire aroma, juiciness and a unique zest. If desired, pieces or rings of pickled pineapple can be placed on a pork or chicken chop or added to salads, both fruit and meat. In addition, pickled pineapple syrup is also useful - you can add it to a cocktail or compote, marinate fresh meat in it.