Description
Grilled pineapple offers a sweet and smoky tropical flavor that’s easy to prepare and perfect as a side dish or dessert. This recipe features fresh pineapple slices grilled to perfection with optional hints of honey, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt to enhance the natural sweetness, delivering a delightful treat with caramelized grill marks.
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: Prepare your grill by heating it to medium heat. This ensures the pineapple slices will cook evenly and develop those characteristic smoky grill marks.
- Prepare the pineapple: Peel the pineapple carefully and core it to remove the tough center. Slice the pineapple into 1/2 inch thick rings, which are ideal thickness for grilling without falling apart.
- Add flavorings (optional): If you want extra sweetness and depth, drizzle the pineapple slices lightly with honey, then sprinkle with ground cinnamon and a pinch of salt to enhance their natural sugary notes.
- Grill the pineapple: Place the pineapple rings directly on the preheated grill grates. Cook them for about 3-4 minutes per side until you see nice grill marks and the fruit softens slightly, which brings out a smoky caramelized flavor.
- Serve: Remove the pineapple from the grill and serve warm. This versatile dish can be enjoyed as a sweet side, a refreshing dessert on its own, or topped on ice cream or yogurt for a luscious tropical treat.
Notes
- Use a ripe pineapple for the best sweetness and texture.
- Adjust honey and cinnamon amounts to taste or omit for a more natural flavor.
- Grilled pineapple pairs well with savory dishes like grilled chicken or pork.
- Can be refrigerated and served cold or reheated gently on the grill.
- If you don’t have a grill, a grill pan or broiler can be used as alternatives.
