pineapple juice
Rich in vitamin C, bromelain (a proteolytic enzyme), and manganese; provides natural sugars and small amounts of B vitamins, though nutritional content varies significantly between fresh-pressed and processed varieties.
About
Pineapple juice is the liquid extracted from the fruit of Ananas comosus, a tropical plant native to South America. The juice is typically obtained through pressing or crushing ripe pineapple fruit, resulting in a golden-yellow liquid with a distinctive sweet-tart flavor profile. Fresh pineapple juice contains natural enzymes, most notably bromelain, which give it proteolytic properties and a subtle tanginess. Commercial pineapple juice is commonly pasteurized or concentrate-based, while fresh-pressed versions retain higher enzyme content and more vibrant acidity. The juice varies in sweetness and tartness depending on fruit ripeness and cultivar, with varieties ranging from deep golden to pale yellow in color.
Culinary Uses
Pineapple juice functions as both a beverage and a culinary ingredient across numerous cuisines. It serves as a base for tropical cocktails and non-alcoholic drinks, and is frequently incorporated into marinades for meat dishes, particularly in Asian and Latin American cooking, where its bromelain enzymes tenderize protein. The juice is used in glazes for ham and poultry, in fruit-based sauces, and as a sweetening and flavoring agent in baked goods and desserts. It appears in savory applications such as Asian stir-fries, curries, and ceviche, balancing heat and richness with its bright acidity. Pineapple juice also features in smoothies, frozen desserts, and as a component in punch and fruit juice blends.
Recipes Using pineapple juice (116)
Anderson Estate Chi Chi
This recipe came from an estate sale. I obtained it when I purchased the family collection from the Anderson Estate in Wylie, Texas in 1991.
Andrea's Colada Collision
Contributed by [http://www.thebartendingschool.net/ The Bartending School]
Angaga Rose
Anna's Wish
A rum drink.
Apricot-Pineapple Syrup
Apricot-Pineapple Syrup from the Recidemia collection
Bacardi Coco
A rum drink.
Bahama Breeze
Wiki.com/Bahama_Breeze Bahama Breeze from Recipes Wiki—original source of recipe, licensed under the GNU Free Documentation License Serves: 1
Bahama Breeze I
Bahama Breeze I from the Recidemia collection
Bahamama
Bahama Mama
Bahama Mama from the Recidemia collection
Bahama Mama Sunrise
Wiki.com/Bahama_Mama_Sunrise Bahama Mama Sunrise from Recipes Wiki—original source of recipe, licensed under the GNU Free Documentation License Serves: 1
Bahama Margarita
Bahama Margarita from the Recidemia collection
Bahamian Pina Colada
A little twist on the well-known Pina Colada.
Banana Nut Smoothie
Banana Nut Smoothie from the Recidemia collection
Barbados Punch
Wiki.com/Barbados_Punch Barbados Punch from Recipes Wiki—original source of recipe, licensed under the GNU Free Documentation License Serves: 1
Batida de Maracujá
Batida de Maracujá
Beach Party
Beach Party from the Recidemia collection
Beet-Mango-Cabbage Salad
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Belizean Fruit Punch
Belizean Fruit Punch from the Recidemia collection
Blueberry Sauce
Blueberry Sauce from the Recidemia collection
Blue Hawaiian
A rum drink
Bob Marley
Contributed by [http://www.thebartendingschool.net/ The Bartending School]
Cabbage El Salvador-style
Will keep, covered and refrigerated, about 4 days.
Caribbean Fruit Shake
This delicious drink is great for kids who are lactose intolerant because it tastes very creamy but does not contain milk. Although optional, Grenadine syrup (available in the soft drink section of supermarkets) turns the shake a wonderful pink.
Caribbean Lover
A rum drink
Caribbean Sticky Spare Ribs
Who can resist sticky barbecued spare ribs? These Caribbean style ribs are simmered in a jerk style sauce. You can buy jars of ground jerk seasoning in most supermarkets. It’s a mix of thyme, cinnamon, coriander, garlic ginger and, of course, chili!
Cashew Chicken Salad
Cashew Chicken Salad from the Recidemia collection
Cat's Banana Colada
Cat's Banana Colada from the Recidemia collection
Cherry Pineapple Dressing
Contributed by [http://Groups.Yahoo.Com/Group/Catsrecipes/ Catsrecipes Y-Group] * This recipe yields
Chicha de Papaya
Papaya fruit drink
Chi-Chi
A rum drink
Chilled Rabibit
Chilled Rabibit from the Recidemia collection
Christmas Cocktail
Christmas Cocktail from the Recidemia collection
Christmas Punch
This has been a favorite for years at Christmas time. My brother and i still ask for it when we are home for the holidays as do my own three children. Absolutely delicious with all those home baked Christmas cookies.
Citrus Warmer
orange juice
Cocobanana
Contributed by [http://www.thebartendingschool.net/ The Bartending School]
Colada Brazil
Contributed by [http://www.thebartendingschool.net/ The Bartending School]
Cold Rice Drink (Fresco de Arroz)
Makes 8 to 10 servings.
Cool Carlito
A rum drink.
Crockpot Indonesian-style Country Ribs
Easy to put together in the crock and go. Goes great with steamed jasmine rice and fresh pineapple and stir-fried veggies cooked with a little bit of the sauce from the ribs (I had some mushrooms and snow peas).
Cyan Star
Cyan Star
Faux Pina Colada
Faux Pina Colada from the Recidemia collection
Fresh Hawaiian Smoothie
Fresh Hawaiian Smoothie from the Recidemia collection
Fruit punch
Fruit punch from the Recidemia collection
Geneva's Party Punch
Contributed by Stephen Ceideburg * Makes 50 x 4-ounce servings (5½ quarts)
Ginger Ale Punch
Purchased from the Reinhart Estate in Ida, Oklahoma in 1992. Date and source unknown. This is tried and true and very good. I serve it at bridal and baby showers.
Ginger Dressing
Contributed by [http://Groups.Yahoo.Com/Group/Catsrecipes/ Catsrecipes Y-Group] * This recipe yields
Ginger-Pineapple Spritzer
From: Diabetic Living Diet Prep Time: 10 minutes | Rest Time: 2 hours | Total Time: 10 minutes Servings: 6
Glazed Baked Ham
This is a recipe I obtained from an Estate sale. I obtained it when I purchased the family collection from the Fisher Estate in Irving, Texas in 1997.
Glazed Catfish Stir-fry
A Catfish recipe.