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Sunday, August 14, 2011

Pukka Pineapple with Mint-Sugar - "Pukka" Up!

Puk·ka
adj.
1. Genuine; authentic.
2. Superior; first-class.
3. properly or perfectly done, constructed, etc.
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 It's like sunshine melting in your mouth.  Close your eyes and imagine walking on a serene beach, toes buried in cool, white sand.  A cloudless sky with heat tempered by a cool breeze skipping off the ocean.  Radiant sun warms your shoulders...your cheeks...your nose.  You slowly part your lips.  Your breath catches in anticipation.  Now slowly open wide and take a big bite.  Savor it.  Yeah.  It tastes like that.
Pukka Pineapple w/ Mint-Sugar
slightly adapted from Happy Days with the Naked Chef
serves 4

1 ripe pineapple
4 heaping Tbs. sugar
1 handful fresh mint
plain greek yogurt, to serve

Cut the ends off of your pineapple and peel it with a sharp knife.  Cut it into quarters, lengthwise.  Lay each quarter on its side and slice off the core.  Slice each quarter as thinly as you can, lengthwise again.  Lay out flat in one or two layers on a large plate.

Place the sugar and the mint in a large mortar and bash the bejeezus out of it until you have a big pile of minty sugar, a minute or so.

When ready to serve, sprinkle the mint-sugar all over the pineapple...don't be shy!  Serve with a big dollop of greek yogurt.  That's dessert, baby.  Or possibly a snack.  Heck, I'd eat it for breakfast or lunch.
Should you happen to have some pineapple leftover, throw it in the blender and make a piña colada, a blended margarita or maybe a pineapple mojito with it.  You won't be sorry.  This stuff is super addicting.  Everybody swooned a little bit.  I dare you to try to keep your fingers out of the mint sugar.
LetsGetNaked
Our theme at IHCC this week is Time for Dessert!

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  1. I KNEW that had to be a Jamie Oliver recipe when I saw the word Pukka! Being British, it is a term I use now and then too, but Jamie has made it an art form!
    Lovely photos and recipe!
    Karen @ Lavender and Lovage

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  2. How funny - I made this mint sugar to sprinkle on some melon yesterday! It is the perfect summer dessert.

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  3. pineapple is a favorite at home..

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  4. Ha! Jamie, king of "pukka" -- hear it thrown around a bit here in Australia, too, but as said above, he really has made art out of it.

    Love this idea. Sweet and simple, perfect for ripe summer fruit.

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  5. I'm drooling. That looks delicious!

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  6. I adore pineapple! I am making this today after I make a grocery run. It sounds like the perfect thing.

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  7. I will make this just to have leftover for a pina colada!

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  8. I would be so tempted to toss these on the grill just for a minute to caramelize the sugars. This is amazing!

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  9. Interesante receta, se ve muy rico.

    Saludos

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  10. How lucky, I have both cut up pineapple and fresh mint in my refrigerator right now -- I'm going to make this tonite, thanks!

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  11. Whoa this sounds amazing! Must get pineapple asap!

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  12. The tropics on a plate. Oh so good.

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  13. Yummy Yummy! Iam coming back for more.
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    http://madscientistskitchen.blogspot.com/2011/08/you-are-invited-to-my-very-first-event.html

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  14. sounds amazing. love pineapple, gloria

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  15. Oh Heather, I am so excited to see this recipe. You see, I've been growing my own pineapple, from a pineapple I bought at the store, and according to what I've been reading, it won't bear fruit for another year. (It's been growing for two years so far:) I've been collecting extra special pineapple recipes for the day, and so far, I must tell you, this recipe is bar far the most tempting. I am so saving it!!!

    Thank you so much for sharing...you are totally my "girlchef:)"

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  16. I'm so glad you got to make something Pukka:) You must be feeling like a right tiger...haha.

    I love the idea of adding fresh flavors to fruit to brighten it up a bit. Looks very pretty!

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  17. This looks wonderful! Simple, sweet, perfect! Such a great snack.

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  18. I have had this one tagged to make for ages now--the mint sugar sounds divine. Great pick! ;-)

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  19. Looks absolutely amazing and special, congratulations, hugs cordial.

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  21. I thought about making this, but I'm the only one here who likes pineapple. Maybe the mint sugar could change their minds? Looks like it could!

    Simple, beautiful dish. Nice pick!

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  22. In my fridge I have half of a pineapple left over from this weekend.
    It's so going to get Pukka(ed)Up!!

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  23. Oh no - I already eat way too much pineapple as it is when I see it on a plate in front of me all by itself... But with this delicious addition, it's going to be even *harder* for me to stop!! Thanks a lot ;)

    @}----Rosie

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  24. Yummy! This looks like a great summertime treat! Can't wait to try it out :D
    -Carrie

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  25. Oh yes! Perfectly summery. I want the pukka pineapple *and* the pina colada! ☺

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  26. Pukka.. You are giving me new ideas :D Looks yumm :D Perfect for this heat here :D

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  27. The mint sugar adds sweetness to the pineapple recipe.

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  28. Mint sugar? Just when I thought that pineapple couldn't get any better!! Thanks for the tips.

    ~Kayla

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  29. A perfect appetizer or desert for after dinner.

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  30. I love pineapple. I also can imagine myself on the beach when I eat it.

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