Fricy Grilled Pineapple Delight (Printer-friendly)

A tropical delight of grilled pineapple paired with zesty yuzu butter.

# What You'll Need:

→ Fruit

01 - 1 ripe pineapple, peeled, cored, and cut into thick rings or spears

→ Butter

02 - 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
03 - 1–1.5 teaspoons yuzu kosho (to taste)
04 - 1 teaspoon honey (optional, for extra sweetness)
05 - Zest of 1 lime

→ Garnish

06 - Flaky sea salt, to taste
07 - Fresh mint leaves, for serving
08 - Lime wedges, for serving

# How-To Steps:

01 - In a small bowl, combine the softened butter, yuzu kosho, honey (if using), and lime zest. Mix until smooth. Taste and adjust yuzu kosho for more spice, if desired. Set aside.
02 - Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
03 - Pat pineapple slices dry. Lightly oil the grill grates. Grill pineapple for 3–4 minutes per side until tender and grill marks appear, caramelizing the fruit.
04 - Immediately smear or dollop each slice with yuzu kosho butter while hot, allowing it to melt over the pineapple.
05 - Sprinkle with flaky sea salt, garnish with mint leaves, and serve with lime wedges.

# Expert Hints:

01 -
  • This dish transforms ordinary grilled fruit into a sensational dessert.
  • The spicy, citrusy yuzu kosho butter adds an unforgettable twist.
02 -
  • Don’t skip the drying step; it helps achieve those beautiful grill marks.
  • Feel free to experiment with different fruits; peaches or mango can also work wonders.
03 -
  • Use a serrated knife to make slicing the pineapple easier.
  • Wipe down the grill grates before grilling to ensure an even sear.
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