This was my last pineapple of the season. It was a nice big one with a funky hair-do. I had to make something special out of it.
Category tropical fruit
Hawaiian Rice Salad
We cooked most of the food we ate on our trip to Hawaii. The closest supermarket was 3 hours away.
Fresh Coconut Milk and Flour
Fresh coconut milk is very simple to make. It’s not as simple as opening a can, but I’ll give you a few good reasons to try it. First, and most importantly, fresh tastes better. And your curries, smoothies and frozen desserts will taste better, too.
Thai Coconut Fish Cakes
I’ve served these fish cakes to friends and family at least a dozen times. A few things I love about them: the only ‘binder’ is fresh coconut, which gives them a unique texture. They’re infused with fragrant kaffir lime leaves, which I can never get enough of. And a little bit of coconut sugar… Read More
Coconut Key Lime Ice
Something as simple as flavored crushed ice has so many distinct variations: slushies, snow cones, frozen lemonade, and Hawaiian shave ice. My favorite is Italian ice. It’s so fluffy!
Key Lime Gazpacho
Writer M.F.K. Fisher recommended gazpacho as an appetizer for a backyard barbecue because it’s a “legitimate and not too alcoholic way to keep your guests busy while you turn the steak… then you will find the appetites sharp and wits fairly clear, and a satisfying patina of conversation glimmering in the air.”
Fresh Rolls with Spicy Mango Sauce
Cool salads are perfect summer fare, but they aren’t easy to eat on the go. That’s where fresh rolls come in. You can fill them with your favorite julienned vegetables and fruit. Add some fresh herbs and a flavorful sauce, and you’ve got a portable handheld salad.
Sapodilla Crumble
The flavor of sapodilla is often compared to brown sugar, caramel and pears. They’re outstanding, yet often overlooked.