Description
Grilled Pineapple is a deliciously sweet and smoky tropical treat perfect as a side dish or dessert. This recipe involves grilling fresh pineapple slices until caramelized and tender, optionally enhanced with honey, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt to bring out the natural flavors.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1 ripe pineapple
- 1 tablespoon honey (optional, for extra sweetness)
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
- Pinch of salt (optional, to enhance sweetness)
Instructions
- Preheat the grill: Preheat your grill to medium heat to prepare it for cooking the pineapple slices evenly and imparting a smoky flavor.
- Prepare the pineapple: Peel and core the pineapple, then cut it into approximately 1/2 inch thick rings for optimal grilling and serving size.
- Add optional flavors: If desired, drizzle the pineapple slices with honey and sprinkle with ground cinnamon and a pinch of salt to enhance sweetness and add warm, aromatic notes.
- Grill the pineapple: Place the pineapple slices on the preheated grill. Cook them for about 3-4 minutes on each side until you see grill marks and the fruit becomes soft and caramelized.
- Serve: Serve the warm grilled pineapple slices immediately as a side dish, dessert, or topping for ice cream or yogurt to enjoy a tropical sweet and smoky flavor.
Notes
- Use ripe pineapples for optimal sweetness and juiciness.
- Adjust the amount of honey and cinnamon to taste or omit for a natural pineapple flavor.
- Grilled pineapple pairs well with vanilla ice cream or plain yogurt.
- You can also use a grill pan on the stovetop if an outdoor grill is not available.
- Watch carefully while grilling to avoid burning the sugars in the pineapple.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Tropical
