On gloomy winter days, you so want to touch and feel the summer. This opportunity can be given to us by ripe, juicy and aromatic fruits. One of the main places is occupied by pineapple, which grows far from our edges. It is important to learn how to choose a ripe and tasty pineapple and enjoy its wonderful and delicate aroma.
Instructions
Step 1
The first outward signs of fresh and ripe pineapple can be distinguished by the "tops". It should be thick and green and the leaves should be easy to pull out of the stem. This is a sign of the ripeness of the pineapple.
Step 2
The next thing to look out for when choosing a pineapple is the crust. It should be elastic (not hard), ideally a little soft. But the green peel does not mean that the pineapple is not ripe. You do not need to choose a pineapple covered with dark spots, this indicates that it is already overripe and, possibly, the process of decay has begun.
Step 3
Ripe pineapple should have a delicate, sweet aroma. But the outgoing strong intense smell indicates that the fermentation process may have already begun, followed by the appearance of rot.
Step 4
When choosing a pineapple, pay attention to the cost. More expensive pineapples were delivered by plane already ripe, they have a delicate aroma. But the inexpensive price suggests that pineapples were delivered by water transport and ripened on the way (such pineapples have a specific smell, you should not take it).
Step 5
When choosing a pineapple, pat it with your palm. A ripe pineapple should make a dull sound, but if an empty sound comes from it, it means that it is overripe and a little dry.
