Fried Pineapple Rings with Creamy Coconut Dipping Sauce
Ingredients
For the Fried Pineapple Rings:
8 pineapple rings
1 cup pineapple juice
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 (10-oz) bag sweetened coconut
2 large eggs
1/2 cup coconut milk
Vegetable oil, for frying
For the Creamy Coconut Dipping Sauce:
4 oz cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Coconut milk, for adjusting sauce consistency
Instructions
Soak Pineapple: Place pineapple rings in a bowl and cover with pineapple juice. Let soak for 1 hour, then drain and pat dry with paper towels.
Prepare Coating: Set up three bowls — one with flour, one with sweetened coconut, and one with whisked eggs and coconut milk.
Coat Pineapple: Dip each pineapple ring first in flour, then in the egg mixture, and finally in the coconut, pressing to coat well.
Fry Pineapple: Heat vegetable oil in a deep pot to 350°F (175°C). Fry each ring for about 1 minute per side until golden. Drain on paper towels.
Make Dipping Sauce: In a bowl, mix softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth. Stir in vanilla and add coconut milk as needed to reach desired creaminess.
Cooking Tips
Oil Temperature: Keep oil at a steady 350°F to avoid overly oily rings.
Double Coat for Extra Crunch: For added crispiness, coat each pineapple ring with flour and coconut twice.
Serve these golden, crispy pineapple rings with creamy coconut dipping sauce for an instant tropical getaway!
