Stewed Pineapple

Pineapples are a New World fruit. Columbus brought some samples back to Europe in 1493, giving Europeans their first taste of the fruit. Despite its long history, the pineapple is still thought of as being an exotic fruit. Used extensively in Asia for savoury specialities as well as simple dishes, its tart taste is always welcome as a refreshing end to any meal.

When pineapples are cooked briefly, their tartness is mellowed and the texture softens. They are transformed into a luscio