pieces of pineapple
Rich in vitamin C, manganese, and bromelain; pineapple pieces are low in calories (approximately 50 per 100 grams) and provide dietary fiber, particularly when the core is included.
About
Pineapple (Ananas comosus) is a tropical fruit native to South America, now cultivated extensively in Hawaii, the Philippines, Costa Rica, and other warm regions. The fruit is characterized by its thick, spiky golden-brown rind and dense, juicy yellow flesh with a distinctive sweet-tart flavor. Fresh pineapple pieces are sections of the fruit obtained by removing the rind and core, resulting in chunks, rings, or spears of firm, fibrous flesh. The fruit contains bromelain, a proteolytic enzyme notable for its meat-tenderizing properties and health implications.
Culinary Uses
Pineapple pieces are widely used in both sweet and savory preparations across numerous cuisines. In Asian cuisine, particularly Thai and Filipino cooking, they appear in curries, stir-fries, and fried rice dishes. They are central to Hawaiian pizza and American barbecue accompaniments. Pineapple pieces feature prominently in desserts, smoothie bowls, and fruit salads, while also serving as garnishes for cocktails and tiki drinks. The bromelain enzyme makes fresh pineapple effective as a marinade component for tenderizing meat, though the enzyme is deactivated by cooking.