grilled pineapple
Grilled pineapple is a deliciously sweet and smoky dessert that can be served as a side dish, snack, or topping for various dishes. The caramelization of the natural sugars in the pineapple during grilling brings out an incredible flavor that is perfect for summer gatherings or barbecues.
Equipment
- 1 Grill
- 1 Tongs
- 1 Basting Brush
- 1 Cutting Board
Ingredients
- 1 medium ripe pineapple About 3 lbs.
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons melted coconut oil Can substitute with butter.
- optional fresh mint leaves For garnish.
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Cut the top and bottom off the pineapple using a sharp knife. Stand the pineapple upright and slice off the skin, making sure to remove all the eyes.
- Cut the pineapple into round slices, about 1-inch thick. You should have approximately 6-8 slices.
- In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar and ground cinnamon together.
- Brush both sides of the pineapple slices with melted coconut oil (or butter) using a basting brush.
- Sprinkle the brown sugar and cinnamon mixture over both sides of each slice.
- Place the prepared pineapple slices on the grill and cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until grill marks appear and the pineapple is slightly caramelized.
- Remove the grilled pineapple from the grill and serve warm, optionally garnished with fresh mint leaves.
Notes
You can serve grilled pineapple on its own, or use it as a topping for ice cream, yogurt, or pancakes.
For added flavor, consider marinating the pineapple slices in lime juice before grilling.
If you don't have access to a grill, a grill pan or an oven broiler can work as alternatives. Just keep an eye on the cooking time to prevent burning.