CUBA ~ Grilled Pineapple Rings ~ Ruedas de Pina Asadas a la Parilla

Jun 11, 2007 11:08

CUBAN GRILLED PINEAPPLE RINGS
Ruedas de Pina Asadas a la Parilla

Cuban families often serve pineapple at the beginning of a meal -- a centuries-old sign of hospitality and a harbinger of the fragrant feast to follow. Buy the ripest pineapple available, since it will not ripen once harvested. You can test for ripeness by sniffing at the bottom end of the fruit for a full fruity aroma; also a slight give indicates it is ripe. This recipe also works well under the broiler, but be careful to place 3 to 4 inches from the flame.

1 fresh pineapple, peeled, cored, and cut into 8 equal rings
1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon brown sugar
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 cup light sour cream

Dip pineapple rings into the 1/2 cup brown sugar to coat evenly. Heat a large skillet and add the oil and butter. When butter has melted and oil is fragrant, saute the rings until golden brown. Using tongs, place on a hot grill for a few minutes to finish. Remove from the grill and place a dab of sour cream in the hole of the pineapple and a pinch of brown sugar on top of the cream. Serve hot.

Source: "CUBA COCINA!" by Joyce LaFray

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