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:

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

Caramelized Pineapple Making:

• 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.
• The sugar will melt and turn caramelized after a while.
• Turn off the burner after making the caramel.
• Slices of dried pineapple should be added and coated with caramel. When the caramel is soft and warmed.
• To set the caramel, use a plain platter and keep the pineapple slices apart.

Time to Cut Pie:

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