What’s in this Grilled Pineapple Recipe?
Juicy pineapple slices are brushed with a sweet, sour, and spicy glaze to create the perfect BBQ side dish!
Pineapple: Choose a fresh, ripe pineapple. The rind of the pineapple should be yellow. If the rind is still green, then the pineapple is underripe; if it is dark orange, it is overripe. The stem of a ripe pineapple should also smell sweet. Butter: Helps the glaze spread easily. I like to use unsalted butter so I can control the salt levels more precisely. If using salted butter, omit the kosher salt. Lime Juice: Adds acidity to cut the sweetness. Brown Sugar: Adds a rich sweetness to the glaze that compliments the acidic pineapple. Chili Powder: Adds a little kick of heat. Cinnamon: Adds a warm, spicy flavor. Kosher Salt: Enhances the flavor of the pineapple and the glaze.
Pro Tip: Brush the grates of your grill with oil before laying down the pineapple slices to prevent sticking.
Variations on Grilled Pineapple Slices
Sweeter: Substitute the brown sugar for honey, maple syrup, or agave for a sweeter glaze. Milder: Leave out the chili powder for a sweeter, less spicy glaze. Boozy: After removing from the grill, brush the cooked fruit with a little rum. Do not add alcohol over the open flame!
How to Store and Reheat
Store leftover grilled pineapple in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. To reheat it, you can either microwave it for a few seconds, or heat it up on the grill or in a grill pan on the stovetop for a couple of minutes until it’s heated through. I do not recommend freezing grilled pineapple.
Serving Suggestions
Grilled pineapple slices are a great addition to pineapple-forward dishes, like Huli Huli Chicken, Hawaiian ribs, sweet and sour pork, or grilled Huli Huli turkey. It adds a great sweet and smokey flavor that enhances these dishes. Pineapple pairs so well with barbecue sauce, so try it alongside grilled BBQ chicken, St. Louis Ribs, pulled pork, or BBQ brisket. It’s also the perfect side for grilling favorites, like flank steak, grilled burgers, or marinated chicken breasts.
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