PINEAPPLE

PINEAPPLE

Pineapples were introduced to Thailand which is now the leading producers of this fruit. Today, the pineapple can be marketed as fresh or canned or dried and it is most widely used as tropical fruit in recipes. It is really ripe if you can easily pull one of the leaves out of the top. Pineapples are stored at room temperature for 1 or 2 days before serving to allow the pineapple to become softer and sweeter. Pineapples are high in vitamin C and potassium. The content of pineapples has an enzyme called “Bromelain” which help digest meat faster. Pineapples are able to inhibit blood clotting as well.

Season

February - November

Cutting size

• Dice
• Slice
• Tidbit / Chunk

Applications

• Snack (Trail mix), Snack bar
• Bakery products
• Breakfast cereal / Granola
• Ice-cream
• Yogurt
• Dessert’s topping 
• Salad Topping
• Confectionery