Pineapple In Port Ananas Em Porto Com Hortela Picada Recipe

Discover the taste of the Azores! This classic Portuguese dessert, 'Ananás em Porto com Hortelã Picada', features succulent pineapple infused with rich Portuguese Port wine and a refreshing hint of mint. A lighter take on traditional Portuguese sweets, this recipe from Jean Anderson's "The Food of Portugal" is surprisingly simple yet elegant. Perfect for a sophisticated end to a meal or a special occasion treat.

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 250 mins

Calories 149.7 kcal

Protein 3g

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Ingredients for Pineapple In Port Ananas Em Porto Com Hortela Picada

1 fresh pineapple (about 2 lbs)
1 1/2 cups Ruby Port
1 tablespoon fresh mint, finely chopped
4 sprigs fresh mint (for garnish)
1/4 cup sugar

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How to Make Pineapple In Port Ananas Em Porto Com Hortela Picada

Peel, core, and cut the pineapple into 1-inch thick slices.
Place the pineapple slices in a saucepan.
Pour the Port wine over the pineapple, ensuring all slices are coated.
Add the sugar and bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat.
Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 150 minutes, or until the pineapple is very tender and the syrup has thickened slightly. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
Remove from heat and let cool completely.
Finely chop the fresh mint.
Gently toss the cooled pineapple slices with the chopped mint.
Serve chilled. Garnish with an extra sprig of mint if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

107g

Fat

Carbs

12g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Pineapple In Port Ananas Em Porto Com Hortela Picada?

Pineapple In Port Ananas Em Porto Com Hortela Picada takes about 270 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 250 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Pineapple In Port Ananas Em Porto Com Hortela Picada?

Pineapple In Port Ananas Em Porto Com Hortela Picada has approximately 149.7 calories per serving, with about 3 g protein, 12 g carbohydrates and 0 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Pineapple In Port Ananas Em Porto Com Hortela Picada?

The key ingredients for Pineapple In Port Ananas Em Porto Com Hortela Picada are Fresh Pineapple, Ruby Port, Of Fresh Mint, Mint Sprig, 1/4 cup sugar. See the full list with measurements above.