IQF Pineapple Grilled Tidbits
IQF Pineapple Grilled Tidbits
IQF Pineapple Grilled Tidbits, Product made from fresh, ripe, healthy pineapples. The fruit is peeled, cut into uniform portions and subjected to a controlled grilling process that enhances its natural flavor through slight surface caramelization.
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| Origin | Ecuador |
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| Presentation | Diced |
| Declaration | Pineapple 100% |
| Net Unit Weight | 14 |
| Pallet Size | 840kg |
| Shelf-life | 24 months |
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Organoleptic
Typical of grilled Pineapple with visible grill marks
Characteristic of ripe pineapple with smoky and sweet notes due to the grilling process
Texture & Particle Size
Firm
Storage & Shelf life
Store at –18°C. or below, ideal storage should be at –20°C. Avoid storage with strongly flavoured materials, or with materials that absorb flavours readily. Shelf Life at these temperatures is 24 months. Minimum 6 months on delivery. Once opened, the remaining material should be returned to cold storage of –18°C (or below) as soon as possible to retain product quality.
Packaging
Inner – Blue tint food grade bag, sealed.
Outer – Brown food grade box, printed with supplier information. Self-adhesive blue tape closure.
Product Coding & Labelling
The product is coded in the following format:
- Product name
- Net weight
- Best before date
- Storage t° -18°C
- Batch code (lotnr.)
- Produced in
Frequently Asked Questions about IQF Pineapple Grilled Tidbits
Yes. The pineapple is frozen shortly after grilling, helping to retain much of its natural flavour and nutritional value. IQF freezing preserves the fruit while providing a convenient alternative to preparing fresh grilled pineapple from scratch.
Yes. IQF grilled pineapple tidbits are made from 100% pineapple and are naturally suitable for vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free recipes. They contain no artificial colours or flavours, making them an excellent choice for clean label food production.
Yes. IQF grilled pineapple tidbits can usually be added directly from frozen into many recipes. They can be heated, baked or blended without thawing first, helping to save preparation time in busy commercial kitchens.
When stored correctly at -18°C, IQF grilled pineapple tidbits typically have a shelf life of up to 24 months, depending on the packaging and product specification. Their extended frozen shelf life helps improve stock management and reduce waste.
They should be stored at -18°C or below until required. Once thawed, they should be kept refrigerated and consumed according to the product guidelines. Refreezing after thawing is not recommended.
IQF grilled pineapple tidbits are ideal for a wide range of food applications, including:
- Pizzas
- Salads
- Burgers
- Desserts
- Ice cream
- Cakes and bakery products
- Smoothies
- Fruit salads
- Cocktails
- Ready meals
Their lightly caramelised flavour makes them suitable for both sweet and savoury dishes.
IQF grilled pineapple tidbits are bite-sized pieces of pineapple that have been lightly grilled before being individually quick frozen. The grilling process enhances the fruit's natural sweetness with subtle caramelised notes, while IQF freezing locks in their flavour, texture and colour.
IQF grilled pineapple tidbits offer a number of advantages, including:
- Delicious caramelised grilled flavour
- Year-round availability
- Individually frozen for easy portioning
- Reduced food waste
- No peeling, slicing or grilling required
- Consistent quality and size
- Long frozen shelf life
- Perfect for desserts, pizzas, salads, cocktails and ready meals
Their sweet, smoky flavour and convenience make IQF grilled pineapple tidbits a premium ingredient for food manufacturers, caterers and professional chefs looking to add a distinctive tropical twist to their recipes.
IQF stands for Individually Quick Frozen. This process freezes each pineapple tidbit separately, preventing the pieces from sticking together. It makes them easy to portion, reduces waste and helps preserve their quality during frozen storage.
Grilled pineapple tidbits offer a unique caramelised flavour that's difficult to achieve consistently with fresh pineapple. They also eliminate the need for peeling, coring, slicing and grilling, helping to reduce preparation time while delivering consistent quality year-round.