Pineapple with Mint

Name: Pineapple with Mint
Ingredients: 1 large ripe pineapple; 1 pomegranate; Finely grated zest and juice of 1 lime; 3 tbsp chopped mint; 2 tbsp light brown sugar; 2 tbsp dark rum (optional)

6 ingredients

15 steps

Ingredients

1 large ripe pineapple
1 pomegranate
Finely grated zest and juice of 1 lime
3 tbsp chopped mint
2 tbsp light brown sugar
2 tbsp dark rum (optional)

Directions

1

Using a sharp knife, cut the peel from the pineapple.
2

Quarter lengthwise.
3

Cut out and discard the woody core from each quarter then thinly slice the pineapple crosswise.
4

Arrange on a large platter.
5

Cut the pomegranate in half and remove the seeds, discarding the membranes.
6

Scatter the seeds over the pineapple.
7

Sprinkle the lime juice over the fruit.
8

Combine the lime zest, mint, and brown sugar in a small bowl.
9

Sprinkle over the fruit, with the rum, if using.
10

Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, until chilled.
11

Variation
12

Pineapple with Chile
13

Dissolve 1/4 cup sugar in 1/2 cup water.
14

Add 1 finely diced chile and boil for 10 minutes, or until syrupy.
15

Serve poured over the pineapple slices.