Spears Pineapple 907 G

Pineapple spears are one of the most popular and easiest ways to serve fresh pineapple. They are perfect for snacking, fruit trays, grilling, or adding to skewers. Here is a guide on how to cut them and a popular recipe idea. --- ## 1. How to Cut Pineapple into Spears The goal is to remove the tough outer skin and the fibrous inner core, leaving you with long, juicy wedges (spears). 1. **Prep:** Lay the pineapple on its side on a cutting board. Use a large, sharp knife to slice off the top crown and about a 1/2 inch from the bottom end to create two flat, stable bases. 2. **Peel:** Stand the pineapple upright on one of the flat ends. Working from top to bottom, slice off the outer skin in strips, following the curve of the fruit. Try to keep the cuts shallow to save as much sweet outer flesh as possible. 3. **Remove Eyes (Optional):** If small brown "eyes" remain, use a small paring knife or a melon baller to carve them out in a shallow V-shape. 4. **Quarter:** Lay the peeled pineapple on its side. Cut it in half lengthwise through the center. Cut each half in half again to create four long quarters. 5. **Remove Core:** The core runs down the center point of each quarter piece. Place a quarter upright and carefully cut the tough, pale **fibrous core** away from the inner edge of the fruit. Discard the core. 6. **Cut Spears:** Take the remaining flesh pieces and cut them lengthwise into spears (thick wedges) about 1 to $1.5$ inches wide. ## 2. Recipe Idea: Grilled Pineapple Spears Grilling pineapple caramelizes its natural sugars, creating a warm, sweet, and slightly smoky side dish or dessert. ### Ingredients * 1 large **Pineapple**, cut into spears * 2 Tbsp **Melted Butter** (or Olive Oil for dairy-free) * 2 Tbsp **Brown Sugar** * $1/2$ tsp **Ground Cinnamon** (optional) ### Instructions 1. **Prepare Glaze:** In a small bowl, whisk together the melted butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon until well combined. 2. **Coat Spears:** Brush the glaze mixture generously over all sides of the pineapple spears. 3. **Grill:** Preheat your outdoor grill or indoor grill pan to medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grates. 4. **Cook:** Place the spears on the hot grill. Cook for about 3–5 minutes per side, turning carefully with tongs, until deep golden brown grill marks appear and the edges are slightly caramelized. 5. **Serve:** Serve the grilled spears warm on their own, or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, or as a side dish to grilled pork or chicken.