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Rum-Soaked Fried Pineapple Recipe

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Rum-Soaked Fried Pineapple features juicy pineapple rings marinated in dark rum and coconut rum, battered, coated in sweetened coconut flakes, and deep-fried to golden tropical perfection. Served with creamy rum-cream cheese dipping sauce for ultimate beachside indulgence.

Ingredients

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  • 8 fresh pineapple rings (½-inch thick)
  • 1 cup dark rum
  • 1 cup coconut rum
  • 1½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 (10 oz) bag sweetened coconut flakes
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup coconut milk
  • Vegetable oil for frying
  • Rum Cream Cheese Dip:
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • 2–3 tbsp reserved rum
  • 1 tsp coconut extract

Instructions

  • 1. Place pineapple rings in shallow dish. Pour dark rum and coconut rum over to cover. Marinate 1-2 hours (or overnight), flipping halfway. Drain well, reserving 3 tbsp rum. Pat pineapple completely dry.
  • 2. Set up breading station: flour in one bowl, whisk eggs with coconut milk in second bowl, coconut flakes in third bowl.
  • 3. Dredge each pineapple ring in flour, dip in egg mixture, then press firmly into coconut flakes, coating completely.
  • 4. Heat 2 inches vegetable oil to 350°F in deep skillet. Fry pineapple in batches 2-3 minutes per side until deep golden. Drain on paper towels.
  • 5. Make dip: Beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, reserved rum, coconut extract until smooth. Serve pineapple hot with chilled dip.

Notes

  • Completely dry pineapple essential for coconut coating adhesion.
  • Dark + coconut rum double infusion maximizes tropical flavor.
  • Sweetened coconut flakes only; unsweetened too dry.
  • Fry immediately after breading; don’t let sit.
  • Excellent with vanilla ice cream; drizzle with caramelized rum syrup.

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Keywords: rum soaked fried pineapple, coconut fried pineapple, tropical rum dessert

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