4.25.2011

Simple Pineapple Salsa

I had a wonderful break from work last week, and I am truly thankful for the whole week off to do some cleaning and organizing at home.

Here is a simple pineapple salsa which I served a few Sundays ago. Everyone loved the sweet and tangy flavor which beautifully complimented the pan-seared pork tenderloin.

Finely chop fresh pineapple, green & red onions, cilantro, JalapeƱo peppers. Since I was making a large amount, I coarsely processed the pineapples to save some time on hand chopping.

A bit of Pantai Sweetened Chili Sauce....There are several different brands out there, but this one has the best taste. This is what I always keep in my fridge for egg rolls or anything that needs a good sauce. You can purchase these at your local Asian food markets.

If you can't find this particular brand, look for red chili sauce without MSG.

Simply mix and let the flavor meld in the fridge for an hour or more.


Simple Pineapple Salsa
(Makes about 1 1/3 Cup)

1 cup finely chopped fresh pineapple (do not use canned), click here for prep tutorial
2 tablespoons finely chopped purple onion
2 tablespoons finely chopped green onion
1 tablespoon finely chopped red bell pepper, optional
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh cilantro
4 tablespoons Pantai Brand Sweetened Chili Sauce
2 teaspoons finely minced jalapeno pepper, optional
juice of 1 fresh lime, about 1 1/2 to 2 tablespoons
Salt and Pepper to taste

Combine all ingredients; cover and refrigerate for an hour or more to blend flavors. Serve with grilled pork,broiled fish, or chicken. Makes about 1 1/3 cups.

Make Ahead Tip: (if you are making in large quantity)

Up to 3 days:
Pineapple can be cut in 4 wedges (Click here for how-to post), wrap in plastic wrap and store in refrigerator
All veggies can be trimmed and washed ahead, wrap in paper towel and store in zip-lock baggies.

Up to 8 hours:
Chop pineapples and veggies. Combine all ingredients and cover and store in the fridge.

26 comments:

  1. I have never had pineapple salsa, only tomato salsa. This is a wonderful idea, must be beautifully tangy in flavour...:)!

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  2. WOW! Thank you for sharing this, Kay!

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  3. pineapple and mango salsas are my favorite and so super easy to make. Great for this weather!

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  4. oh, this gets me in the mood for summer! :)

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  5. This salsa looks so delicious! Great flavours! I'm very curious to taste it! I'm bookingmarking it!

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  6. I can't wait to try this! I bet it was fabulous over pork! great summer recipe!

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  7. Thank you!!! You are so sweet to post this. It was amazing and I can't wait to enjoy it again! Laura B.

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  8. Thank you my sweet friends! Erica, IT IS already summer here in Georgia! ;) @Cooking Gallery, you must try any fruit salsa, just once! @Laura, Glad you and your parents enjoyed this. Hugs!

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  9. How gorgeous and colorful! There is nothing like a good pineapple salsa. And the addition of the sweet chili sauce would be fabulous!

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  10. I just saw a recipe for pineapple salsa and thought it would be great in the summer time! Now I'll have to try yours!

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  11. oooo i make a pineapple salsa too and it's always a hit! love the sweetness it brings to the salsa and it doesn't develop a fermented taste like mango salsa!

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  12. @Sosopie, I pray your phone call will come soon!!

    @Junia! So glad to meet you! Look forward to getting to know you better.

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  13. oh korean breakfasts sound good and love this salsa

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  14. So nice to have a week of work off to catch up on cleaning and life! This salsa is right up my alley Kay! My husband and I have just started a new 'healthier' lifestyle. This salsa would definitely fit into my new way of eating : )

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  15. ohh I love pineapple salsa especially with my smoky roasted poblano and sweet potato empanadas. This one looks divine! :)

    Thanks for sharing! :)

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  16. Hi Kay-So glad you had some quality time off after that huge wedding catering you did. Hope you had a wonderful Easter, as well.

    Love the simple pineapple salsa...such a perfect companion with pork tenderloin!
    Thanks for sharing the great recipe:D
    Take care, and don't work so hard!
    xoxo

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  17. I can safely say that no pork tenderloin is needed for this salsa. I could easily enjoy it straight out of the bowl. Just me, the salsa and a spoon. That looks delightful Kay! I'm so glad you had a nice week off.

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  18. This looks like such a versatile and exotic salsa. I agree, fresh pineapples make such a difference and Pantai chili sauce is worth going out of your way for.

    Thanks for your well wishes Kay! I'm excited to share pictures of Alexander when he arrives.

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  19. Thank you Holly, Rebecca, Elisabeth, Jenny, and Julie! And Christine, this is your big day; Baby Fresh arriving! Praying for you, dear friend. :)

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  20. YUM! I love pineapple! I will definitely try this soon!

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  21. Hey.. things are looking pretty beautiful in your neck of the Georgia woods. This looks refreshing and beautiful. Great presentation. You're a culinary angel! keri

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  22. That looks delicious.
    And the 'royal wedding' of your pastor and his bride looks so beautiful! Congrats to the happy couple.

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  23. Kay...this sounds absolutely mouth-watering. So much so that I've put pork tenderloin on the menu for tomorrow evening, with this recipe.

    WiIl I be able to wait that long?

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  24. I love this. Pineapple salsa is incredible.

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  25. Oh this would go so well with pork tenderloin wouldn't it, another cracker idea Kay - I'm going to remember pineapple salsa, it'd go so well with lots of things wouldn't it :)

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