SPECIAL THAI PINEAPPLE

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My Thai friend made this dish for me, it's so good, I couldn't believe how very quick and easy it was to make. It is refreshing and light. I love ginger so she added it just for me. This is a perfect ending to your spicy meal.

Provided by Baby Kato

Categories     Fruit Desserts

Time 1h20m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pineapple, sweet, peeled, cored, sliced
2 cardamom pods, crushed
1 lime, thinly pared
4 tablespoons water
1 tablespoon brown sugar
3 tablespoons lime juice
1⁄4 cup whipped cream (garnish)
1⁄4 teaspoon ginger, candied, finely shredded (optional)

Steps:

  • 1. Prepare your pineapple and place in a serving dish.
  • 2. Add the crushed cardamom pods to a small pan with the lime rind and water.
  • 3. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer 1 minute.
  • 4. Remove the pan from heat and add sugar, then cover with lid and leave for 5 minutes.
  • 5. Make sure that the sugar has dissolved, if not stir until it is.
  • 6. Next you want to add the lime juice and strain it over the pineapple slices, then cover and chill in the fridge for 30 - for a suble flavor, 60 minutes for a stronger flavor.
  • 7. Add the shredded ginger to your prepared whipped cream and use as a garnish for the pineapple.

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