Prepare

Pineapples can be cut and prepared in a variety of ways. Regardless of how you proceed, the first step is to remove the crown and the base of the fruit with a sharp knife.

Our preferred method
 
This method is promoted on the back of our tags and is great for minimal waste and mess, and perfect for presentation.

• Cut the pineapple into lengthwise quarters
• Then scallop the flesh from the skin
• Remove the core and cut the fruit into slices and halve these if desired
• This method incorporates a handy serving “plate” in the finished product and is great for presentation.
   

Grower’s method

• Place the pineapple base side down and carefully slice off the skin in strips with a large knife
• Carve out any “eyes” with the tip of your knife
• Then cut the pineapple in half/quarters lengthwise
• Remove the core if desired
• Cut into desired shape and size.
   

Pineapple corers
 You can also use pineapple corers that are available in kitchen supply stores:

• They provide a quick and convenient method for peeling and coring pineapples
• Ensure you purchase a corer that can be adjusted for different sized fruit, to minimize wastage