Crispy Pineapple Rings (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Parts
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10 oz of sweet coconut flakes
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½ cup of coconut milk
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1 ½ cups regular flour
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1 cup coconut rum
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8 slices of pineapple
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1 cup dark rum
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2 large eggs
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Vegetable oil for cooking
→ Sauce for Dipping
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½ cup powdered sugar
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4 oz softened cream cheese
# Instructions:
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Put pineapple slices in a medium-sized bowl. Cover the fruit with both types of rum and let it sit for a minimum of one hour. Then, drain the liquid off and save it for later. Dry the pineapple using paper towels.
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Arrange three shallow dishes in a row. Fill one with flour, another with coconut flakes, and the last one with whisked eggs mixed with coconut milk.
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Take one pineapple slice at a time and roll it in the flour. Then dip it into the egg combo, followed by the coconut flakes. Lightly press them so they stick.
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Fill a sturdy pot with 2.5 cm (1 inch) of veggie oil. Heat it on medium-high until it gets to around 175°C (350°F).
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Fry a few pineapple pieces at a time, cooking about a minute on each side or until they turn golden. Take them out with a slotted spoon and transfer them to a plate covered with paper towels.
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Blend the soft cream cheese and powdered sugar in a medium container until smooth. Stir in two tablespoons of the leftover rum and add a little more if you want a thinner consistency.
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Enjoy the warm pineapple bites alongside the rum-flavored cream cheese sauce.
# Notes:
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Swap the rum for coconut milk or pineapple juice to avoid alcohol.
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To get a crispy result, make sure your oil is properly heated (around 175°C or 350°F).
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These taste best when hot and freshly cooked.
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Fresh pineapple slices give a much better taste and texture than the canned variety.