How Does a Pineapple Grow? | Maddie Moate

The video introduces a new miniseries inspired by a unique discovery of how pineapples grow. The host shares a personal story from Ecuador and explains the surprising way pineapples grow on a stem in a spiky bush. The series aims to explore how various foods grow, starting with pineapples. The host provides a step-by-step guide to growing a pineapple plant at home and concludes with a recipe for prawn and pineapple skewers, emphasizing the ease and enjoyment of both gardening and cooking.

What inspired the narrator to start the miniseries 'How Does It Grow?'

• A trip to Ecuador and a unique experience with a pineapple

• A cooking class on exotic recipes

• A visit to a local farm in the UK

• A documentary about tropical fruits

How did European explorers come up with the name 'pineapple'?

• It was a combination of 'pine' and 'apple'

• It was named after the explorer Pine

• They thought it resembled a pine cone

• The fruit was found near pine trees

What is the first step in growing your own pineapple plant?

• Soaking the pineapple in water

• Slicing off the top of a store-bought pineapple

• Burying the whole pineapple in the ground

• Planting the seeds in soil

What is the purpose of peeling off the bottom leaves of the pineapple top?

• To make it look like a flower

• To reveal the root system

• To make it easier to plant

• To prevent it from rotting

What is a key ingredient in the marinade for the prawn and pineapple skewers?

• Soy sauce

• Vinegar

• Tomato sauce

• Lemon juice

What is the recommended cooking method for the prawn and pineapple skewers?

• Grilling or BBQ

• Frying

• Boiling

• Steaming

What additional ingredient does the narrator use to finish the skewers for a tropical flavor?

• Chopped nuts

• Lime zest

• Mint leaves

• Coconut