Pineapple with star anise
Fresh pineapple is caramelized in butter and demerara sugar infused with star anise, fragrant lemongrass, and lime zest. A splash of rum enriches the warm, spiced syrup with an irresistible depth of flavour. Serve warm with a cool dollop of crème fraîche for a delightful contrast.
Ingredients
- Star anise3 ცალი
- Lemongrass1 ცალი
- Rum50 ml
Instructions
4 steps- 1
Spread the demerara sugar over a plate and dip the pineapple slices in it, coating both sides thoroughly.
- 2
Melt the butter in a large, heavy frying pan over medium heat. When the butter is foaming, add the pineapple, star anise, lemongrass, and lime zest. Fry until browned on both sides, allowing the sugar to melt and turn a dark brown, almost black color.
- 3
Heat the rum in a ladle, carefully set it alight, and pour over the pineapple. Wait for the alcohol to burn off, then keep cooking over heat until the pan juices turn syrupy.
- 4
Serve the pineapple drizzled with the syrupy pan juices, with crème fraîche on the side.
Nutrition
1 serving ≈ 175 g
Nutrition values are estimates. - means data is unavailable.
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