Special Thai Pineapple
Elevate your summer meals with the vibrant and exotic flavors of Special Thai Pineapple, a quick and easy dish that combines sweet, savory, and zesty elements in every bite. Juicy, caramelized pineapple takes center stage, cooked to perfection with aromatic garlic, fresh ginger, and a hint of spice from red chili. The dish is brought to life with a tantalizing sauce made from soy sauce, fish sauce, tangy lime juice, and a touch of palm sugar for balance. Finished with a fresh burst of cilantro, crunchy roasted peanuts, and green onion, this dish is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Perfect as a warm side dish or paired with steamed rice for a simple yet satisfying main course, this Thai-inspired recipe is a delightful way to explore bold flavors in just 25 minutes.
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Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil
- 1 whole (medium-sized, peeled and diced) pineapple
- 3 cloves (minced) garlic
- 1 tablespoon (grated) fresh ginger
- 1 small (finely chopped, optional for heat) red chili
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon palm sugar (or brown sugar)
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 2 stalks (finely chopped) green onion
- 2 tablespoons (chopped) fresh cilantro
- 2 tablespoons (chopped, for garnish) roasted peanuts
Directions
Step 1
Heat a large skillet or wok over medium heat and add coconut oil.
Step 2
Once the oil is hot, add the minced garlic, grated ginger, and chopped red chili. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Step 3
Add the diced pineapple to the pan and cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pineapple is lightly caramelized.
Step 4
In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce, fish sauce, palm sugar, and lime juice to make the sauce. Pour the sauce over the pineapple in the pan.
Step 5
Stir everything together and let it simmer for another 3-4 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly.
Step 6
Remove from heat and mix in the chopped green onion and half of the cilantro.
Step 7
Transfer the dish to a serving platter. Garnish with the remaining cilantro and sprinkle the roasted peanuts on top before serving.
Step 8
Enjoy this Special Thai Pineapple warm as a side dish, or pair it with steamed rice for a light main course.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1110.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 926.2 |
| Total Fat 38.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 24.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 3.7g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2435.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 146.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 16.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 104.4g | |
| Protein 15.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 197.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1559.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories