Pineapples can be eaten fresh, canned, cooked with other foods. They not only give pleasure, but also prevent us from gaining weight. The main thing is not to be mistaken in choosing a fresh fruit. How to tell a bad pineapple from a good one and avoid unpleasant consequences?
Instructions
Step 1
From the many pineapples in the display case, you can choose one single one if you are attentive to its appearance. First, consider if there are cracks, dents and other flaws on it, if the fruit was damaged during transportation. Be sure to choose a vibrant pineapple with green leaves: rich colors speak of its freshness. The dense foliage indicates that the fruit was picked recently and delivered quickly enough. The main thing is that there are no dark spots on the crust, because this is the main sign of a stale fruit. It is also believed that pineapples with thorns on their leaves are sweeter than smooth ones.
Step 2
If the fruit suits you according to all external data, smell it. The smell should be pleasant, sweetish and fragrant. If the smell does not resemble pineapple or it does not exist at all, it is better to return the fruit to the shelf. An overly intense aroma indicates that the fruit is clearly fermented and not edible.
Step 3
Take advantage of your sense of touch when choosing a fruit. Do not hesitate to take a pineapple in your hands, feel it. He should not be too hard - it speaks of immaturity. Then be sure to check it for weight: a pineapple that is too light should confuse you. Don't forget the top of the pineapple! It should spin a little. This is an important detail. You can also try pulling out one leaf. If it separates well, then the fruit is definitely ripe, but if the tops come off entirely, it is overripe. Slap the fruit with your palm and if you hear a dull sound, feel free to take a pineapple. And if the knock is "empty", then the pineapple is overripe, and, most likely, it is dry inside.
Step 4
So, you have chosen a fresh fruit, bought it and brought it home. Don't forget that pineapple is very short-lived. It is advisable to consume it within 2 days and it is better to try not to store it in the refrigerator, because at low temperatures this fruit loses its aroma.
