Semolina Pineapple Pie Recipe| Tangy & Delicious Pie

Using semolina, which is frequently used in Indian cooking, raw pineapple, and sugar for sweetness, I made a silky and creamy dessert. I used caramelized pineapple as decoration. Typically from Egypt or Greece, pies are sweet dishes distinguished by their crunchy crust and creamy inside.
I took a variation on it, though, by incorporating a creamy texture and a touch of tartness. The one who enjoyed this dish the most was my grandfather, who likes pies but finds it difficult to consume crunchy foods.

Ingredients:

• 2 tbsp. unsalted butter
• 1 cup of semolina
• 1 cup of sugar
• 1 cup of fresh pineapple paste
• 2 cups of water
• Pinch of salt
• 2 tbsp. chopped pistachios
• 2 tbsp. chopped cashew nut or almond
• Dried caramelized pineapple slices (For garnishing)
• 2 tbsp. sugar (For caramel)
• Half tsp. water (For caramel)

Instructions:

1. In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium-low heat.
2. Add the semolina & toss for 2 minutes & keep stirring.
3. Add the water, pineapple paste, sugar & salt and keep mixing.
4. When the mixture gets thick add the dry fruits & mixed well.
5. When you feel that you can set & the mixture as a cake stop cooking.
6. Now brush some melted butter & set the mixture in a square-shaped dish.
7. Let it get some rest for 20 minutes.

Caramelized Pineapple Making:

1. To create the caramel in the meantime, take a small pan and pour 2 tablespoons of sugar & half tsp. water on high flame. And keep stirring.
2. The sugar will melt and turn caramelized after a while.
3. Turn off the burner after making the caramel.
4. Slices of dried pineapple should be added and coated with caramel. When the caramel is soft and warmed.
5. To set the caramel, use a plain platter and keep the pineapple slices apart.

Time to Cut Pie:

1. Slice the semolina pineapple pie dish into the desired shapes.
2. To decorate the semolina pineapple pie, add slices of caramelized pineapple on top & it tastes also good.
3. Before serving keep it in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
4. Enjoy your delicious semolina pineapple pie.

Take Note:

• If you’d like, you can add more sugar.
• Stir continuously to avoid burning.

Cheers to Fusion Cooking!