Jesse's Pineapple Chow Recipe

Experience the vibrant flavors of Trinidad with Jesse's Pineapple Chow! This refreshing and spicy snack is perfect for a hot day or as a unique appetizer. Easily adaptable to other fruits, this recipe yields 6 servings of island-inspired deliciousness. Get ready for a burst of sweet, sour, spicy, and savory sensations in every bite!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 79.6 kcal
Protein 1g
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Ingredients for Jesse's Pineapple Chow

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How to Make Jesse's Pineapple Chow

  1. Peel and core the pineapple. Cut it into 1-inch thick rings, then chop each ring into bite-sized chunks.
  2. Mince the garlic cloves.
  3. Finely chop the fresh cilantro.
  4. In a medium bowl, combine the pineapple chunks, minced garlic, chopped cilantro, half of the lime juice, half of the chopped hot pepper, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper.
  5. Gently stir to ensure all the pineapple pieces are coated with the mixture.
  6. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. (Refrigerating for longer will intensify the flavors)
  7. After 20 minutes, taste the chow. Adjust seasoning by adding more lime juice, hot pepper, salt, or pepper to your preference. The chow should have a delightful balance of sweet, sour, spicy, and savory notes.
  8. Serve chilled and enjoy your taste of Trinidad!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

60g

Fat

0g

Carbs

6g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Jesse's Pineapple Chow?

Jesse's Pineapple Chow takes about 50 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 35 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Jesse's Pineapple Chow?

Jesse's Pineapple Chow has approximately 79.6 calories per serving, with about 1 g protein, 6 g carbohydrates and 0 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Jesse's Pineapple Chow?

The key ingredients for Jesse's Pineapple Chow are Pineapple, Garlic Cloves, Cilantro, Lime, Juice Of, Scotch Bonnet Pepper, Salt And Black Pepper. See the full list with measurements above.

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