Ingredients
Creating this dish requires just a few simple ingredients, each playing a crucial role in elevating the pineapple’s natural sweetness.
- 1 ripe pineapple, peeled, cored, and cut into rings
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for a hint of spice)
- 1 tablespoon melted unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Feel free to experiment with substitutions, like using maple syrup instead of honey or adding a pinch of nutmeg for extra warmth.
Instructions
Follow these simple steps, and you’ll have a grill full of deliciousness in no time. As my abuela always said, “The secret ingredient is a generous pinch of love.”
- Preheat your grill to medium heat. If you’re using a charcoal grill, wait until the coals are covered with white ash.
- In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, honey, cinnamon, cayenne pepper, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Stir until well blended.
- Brush each pineapple ring generously with the sugar mixture, ensuring all sides are coated.
- Place the pineapple rings on the grill. Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until grill marks appear and the sugar has caramelized.
- Remove from the grill and let cool slightly before serving. The aroma will be tempting, but a brief wait makes it easier to handle.
Personal tip: Keep a close eye on the pineapple as it grills—sugar can burn quickly, and we’re aiming for caramelized, not charred.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International