Pineapples are never in season here in Ireland but there is a time of year when you start seeing them in the stores more often. That time starts around in March when spring rolls around. It is also when the pineapples start to be very sweet and juicy. Pineapple pork is a sweet and savoury dish that I like to serve in pineapple bowls. Using the pineapple to make a bowl also helps you to know how much pineapple you need because one pineapple serves two people. So whether you are serving 2 or 10 people you will always have the right amount of pineapple. A good way to know how much pork you need is one pork chop person. Add your favorite veggies and that makes this dish very simple to make. This recipe can serve 4 people and 1 toddler ;).

Ingredients

2 Pineapples cord and diced save their juice as well
4 Boneless Pork Chops
1 Large Head of Broccoli
1 Medium White Onion
1 Teaspoon Garlic Powder/Graduals
1 Teaspoon Garlic Paste
1 Tablespoon Onion Powder
2 Tablespoons Honey
2 Tablespoons Soy Sauce
2 Tablespoon Teriyaki Sauce
½ Teaspoon Salt
½ Teaspoon Pepper (optional or to taste)
1 Tablespoon Olive Oil
Water for cooking

Directions

Step 1
Cut the pineapples in half and cut and scoop out the meat. Cut out the center core and dice pineapple into medium size chunks. Place pineapple pieces and juice in a large bowl and set to the dice.

Step 2
Dice Pork, onion, and broccoli and set to the side.

Step 3
In a large skillet or wok add in olive oil and onions and cook of medium heat until onions start to brown.

Step 4
Before onions caramelize add in pork and broccoli and a ¼ cup water. Add in dry spices and stir until well combined. Cover with lid and let cook for 4 minutes.

Step 5
Uncover skillet and add in remaining spices, sauces, honey and pineapple chunks as well as the juice. Stir until well combined and close lid and let cook for 10 minutes. If the pan get dry add ¼ cup of water, stir and recover.
Step 6
Uncover pan and cook until liquid thickens. Once liquid thickens and is no longer runny remove from heat and serve.