Aussie winter pineapples are lining the shelves without their crowns signalling the sweet variety has arrived. Whether it’s a healthy snack or a winter BBQ, pineapples are bringing an endless summer flavour to Aussie meals.
The topless winter pineapple is in full swing for the peak season with growers reaping the benefits of favourable growing conditions.
Australian Pineapples can reveal from this season onwards foodie favourite, Martyna Angell, will be the new face of the favourite fruit. Martyna is set to surprise and delight with a range of recipes and events in the upcoming seasons.
Martyna Angell, Pineapples brand ambassador, said she’s excited to join the growers of Australia on the campaign to promote the year-round fruit that packs a nutritious and delicious punch.
“Pineapples are a popular and striking addition in fruit bowls across the nation and bring a summer sensation to the kitchen, meals and snacks.
“For the winter months, pineapples are the perfect immune system booster being packed full of vitamin C. Just one serving (164g) will provide more than half of your daily recommended dose,” Martyna added.
Once chopped, this fruit can last up to six days in the fridge when stored in an airtight container and up to six months in the freezer. Pineapples are large in size so to maximise use Martyna has developed the 7 days of Pineapple:
Monday: Pineapple skewers – a great addition on the stick alongside fruit or fish
Tuesday: Pure pineapple – the perfect snack for families on the go
Wednesday: Smoothie – blend alongside other delicious fruits for a vitamin packed drink
Thursday: Tropical fruit salad – giving an endless summer feel all year round
Friday: Caramelise – sweet pineapples will naturally caramelise when fried
Saturday: Barbecued – char pineapple on a BBQ, great on its own or in a burger
Sunday: Frozen – pop pineapple in popsicles for a fruity twist on warmer winter days
Ben Clifton, or “Clifo”, has been growing pineapples since 2007 at a farm named Valley Syndicate outside of Yeppoon. Ben describes the winter peak season as bountiful with an abundance of fruit.
“This year we’ve experienced a wetter than average winter, fantastic weather conditions for big and beautiful winter sweet pineapples!
“My serving suggestion is to throw slices of pineapple on the barbie next to some steaks before stacking them together in a burger. Sweet caramelised pineapple gives your BBQ a truly Aussie twist,” he said.
The major growing regions in Australia include South East Queensland (particularly the Sunshine Coast hinterlands, Maryborough and the Wide Bay area), the Yeppoon district, and Northern Queensland, including Mareeba and Mossman.
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