Nothing says summer like some juicy chunks of perfectly ripe pineapple

<p>Reminiscent of beach days, summer holidays and tropical breezes, pineapple is definitely a ‘sunshine&rsquo; food!</p><p>So when the sun decides to put his hat on and we&rsquo;re blessed with warm temperatures, we find ourselves getting a hankering for a taste of the juicy, yellow fruit.</p><p>Originating in South America, today pineapple is eaten all over the world in both sweet and savoury dishes. Enzymes collectively called bromelain, found in the fruit&rsquo;s juice, are sometimes used as a marinade for meats due to their ability to break down tough cell strands in the cut, making it a brilliant brine for joints that not only tenderises the meat but also adds bags of flavour, too.</p><p>Check out some of our favourite pineapple recipes below, from juicy pork kebabs to classic bakes with a twist.</p><h2>Pineapple hummingbird muffins</h2><p>Zesty pineapple and ripe bananas give <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/pineapple-hummingbird-muffins" target="_blank">these muffins</a> their sweet tropical flavour and moist texture. Fresh pineapple or <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/product/tinned-fruit/asda-pineapple-slices-in-fruit-juice/910000054070" target="_blank">tinned chunks</a> would both work well - just remember to drain the pineapple well so the batter doesn&rsquo;t get too wet!</p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="pineapple-hummingbird-muffins__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/pineapple-hummingbird-muffins__square_GL?scl=1"></p><h2>crispy pork belly</h2><p>A modern nod to the 70s classic, gammon and a pineapple ring, <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/crispy-pork-belly" target="_blank">this succulent pork belly joint</a> marinated in pineapple juice and thyme not only looks the part, but tastes incredible, too. </p><p>Simply leave the joint to marinate in the juice for two hours to allow the pineapple&rsquo;s enzymes to brine and tenderise the meat, then pop in the oven for 2 hours until it&rsquo;s falling apart. The finished product? Perfect soft and tender pork with irresistibly crunchy, fruity crackling. Serve with coleslaw for a nice bit of crunch.</p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="imageRecipeCrispyPorkBelly-2x__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/imageRecipeCrispyPorkBelly-2x__square_GL?scl=1"></p><h2>Hawaiian pineapple pudding cake</h2><p>Tinned pineapple is not just easy and convenient - it also comes with its own magic syrup that&rsquo;s too often thrown down the kitchen drain without a second thought.</p><p>Tinned pineapple - AND its brilliant juices - are the star of the show in <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/pineapple-pudding-cake" target="_blank">this Hawaiian-inspired tray bake</a>. Add the strained chunks to your cake batter and bake, then, when it&rsquo;s fresh out of the oven, use the end of a wooden spoon to poke holes into the cooked sponge and pour over the pineapple&rsquo;s juices. A bit like a cross between an upside down cake and a lemon drizzle, prepare for this super moist bake to turn into your tropical go-to.</p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="pineapplecake__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/pineapplecake__square_GL?scl=1"></p><h2>Al pastor kebab bowls</h2><p>Pineapple is native to Central and South American countries like Brazil and Costa Rica where a large percentage of the world&rsquo;s pineapples are still grown. In these areas, you&rsquo;ll see pineapple popping up in everything from cocktails and cakes to savoury meat dishes, like <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/al-pastor-kebab-salad-bowls" target="_blank">pork Al Pastor.</a></p><p>Pork is marinated in chilli, cumin and fruit juice before it&rsquo;s grilled along with juicy pineapple chunks. We&rsquo;ve served our Al Pastor skewers with a colourful and crunchy fresh salad and rice, but you could add some taco shells or wheat tortillas too.</p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="al-pastor-kebab__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/al-pastor-kebab__square_GL?scl=1"></p><h2>pineapple meringue pie</h2><p>We&rsquo;ve all had lemon meringue pie - but have you ever tried mixing up that fruity filling for something equally as mouth-puckering and delicious? Pineapple makes a fantastic stand-in in <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/pineapple-meringue-pie" target="_blank">this sunshine yellow pie</a> that brings some delicious, tropical sweetness into the mix.</p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="imageRecipePineappleMeringuePie-2x__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/imageRecipePineappleMeringuePie-2x__square_GL?scl=1"></p><h2>Prawn and pineapple skewers</h2><p>Syrupy, sweet pineapple is brilliant when it comes to standing up against other big flavours like chilli, garlic and ginger — and that&rsquo;s exactly what it does in <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/prawn-skewers" target="_blank">these super-quick prawn kebabs</a>.</p><p>Alternate chunks of pineapple with juicy, fresh prawns on wooden skewers before dousing the lot in a fiery Asian marinade. The pineapple will get extra juicy when fired on the grill, keeping those prawns moist and totally drool-worthy. </p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="prawn-and-pineapple-skewers__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/prawn-and-pineapple-skewers__square_GL?scl=1"></p><p><em>Have our sweet and juicy pineapple recipes got you feeling inspired to cook up some sunshine-inspired dishes this summer? Make sure to stock up on everything you need <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/" target="_blank">at Asda</a> or <a href="https://storelocator.asda.com/#!/" target="_blank">pop into your local store.</a></em></p>

Sweet and tangy pineapple recipes to celebrate sunny weather

By ASDA Admin,11th July 2018

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