Description
This Grilled Pineapple recipe is the perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and spicy. The pineapple rings are caramelized on the grill, enhanced with a rich butter glaze, and seasoned with cinnamon, chili powder, and lime juice for a refreshing yet flavorful treat. It’s a simple yet delicious side dish or dessert.
Ingredients
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1 pineapple, cored and sliced into rings
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¼ cup unsalted butter, melted (½ stick)
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1 tablespoon lime juice (from ½ lime)
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¼ cup brown sugar
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¼ teaspoon chili powder
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¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
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⅛ teaspoon kosher salt
Instructions
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Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
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In a small bowl, whisk together the melted butter, lime juice, brown sugar, chili powder, cinnamon, and kosher salt.
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Brush each side of the pineapple rings with the butter mixture, ensuring they are evenly coated.
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Place the pineapple rings on the grill and cook for 2–3 minutes on each side, or until grill marks appear and the pineapple is tender and caramelized.
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Remove the pineapple from the grill and serve immediately.
- Optionally, garnish with a sprinkle of additional cinnamon or a drizzle of the remaining butter glaze before serving.
Notes
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For extra sweetness, you can add a drizzle of honey or maple syrup over the grilled pineapple before serving.
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This grilled pineapple works well as a side dish with grilled meats or as a dessert, served with a scoop of ice cream.
- You can also experiment with adding a pinch of cayenne pepper for extra heat or coconut flakes for texture.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Side Dish, Snack
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American