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Fried Pineapple Rings

Crispy Fried Pineapple Rings with a Rum Coconut Twist

These Fried Pineapple Rings are a delightful tropical dessert combining rum and coconut for a sweet treat.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 10 minutes
Soaking Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 4 rings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Tropical
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pineapple Rings
  • 1 large Pineapple Rings Fresh, ripe pineapple offers the best sweetness and tartness.
  • 1/4 cup Dark Rum Adds rich caramel notes; substitute with apple juice for family-friendly version.
  • 1/4 cup Coconut Rum Elevates the coconut flavor.
For the Coating
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Base for the crispy coating.
  • 1 cup Sweetened Coconut Flakes Imparts a crunchy texture.
  • 2 large Eggs Use flax eggs or silken tofu for a vegan twist.
  • 1/4 cup Coconut Milk Adds creaminess to the egg mixture.
For Frying
  • 2 cups Vegetable Oil Essential for frying; coconut oil can be used for added flavor.
For the Dipping Sauce
  • 4 oz Cream Cheese Delivers richness; swap in vegan cream cheese for dairy-free option.
  • 1/2 cup Powdered Sugar Sweetens the dipping sauce.

Equipment

  • Deep Pot
  • mixing bowls
  • Slotted spoon
  • Thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Rum-Soaked Fried Pineapple
  1. Soak the Pineapple Rings in a bowl with dark and coconut rum for at least 1 hour.
  2. Prepare the three coating stations: flour, egg mixture (with coconut milk), and coconut flakes.
  3. Coat the pineapple rings first in flour, then in the egg mixture, and finally press into the coconut flakes.
  4. Fry the pineapple rings in hot vegetable oil until golden brown, about 1 minute per side.
  5. Make the dipping sauce by mixing cream cheese and powdered sugar, then add reserved rum.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ringCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store leftover fried pineapple rings in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat in an oven for crispiness.

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