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Pineapple chow

Pineapple chow is a healthy refreshing afternoon snack enjoyed in T&T. It is made with pineapple chunks, chadon beni, salt and pepper. Ingredients like lime juice, garlic and other fresh seasonings are also common additions.
Prep Time15 minutes
Chill Time30 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Course: Snack
Cuisine: Caribbean
Keyword: pineapple chow
Servings: 2
Calories: 89kcal
Author: Ros Singh

Ingredients

  • 2 cups fresh pineapple
  • 10 fresh chadon beni leaves
  • 1 pepper (pimento or ½ scotch bonnet)
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 clove garlic (optional)
  • 1 tsp lime juice (optional)
  • 5-10 salt prunes (optional)

Instructions

  • Peel pineapple. Cut into bite-sized chunks.
  • Grind the chadon beni, garlic, and pepper.
  • Add the salt, ground ingredients, and lime juice to the pineapple (add the salt prunes at this point too).
  • Toss to mix.
  • Taste test and adjust salt and pepper levels.
  • Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  • Serve cold.