Grilled Pineapple with Yuzu Butter (Printer View)

Sweet grilled pineapple paired with spicy yuzu kosho butter.

# What you'll need:

→ Fruit

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

→ Butter

02 - 60 g 4 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
03 - 1–1.5 tsp yuzu kosho to taste
04 - 1 tsp 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

# Method:

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 Advice:

01 -
  • This dish pairs a caramelized sweetness with a citrus kick that will surprise and delight your palate.
  • It brings a unique twist to any summer meal or gathering, making it an instant showstopper.
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  • Be careful not to overcook the pineapple, or it may turn mushy rather than deliciously caramelized.
  • Experiment with using lemon zest instead of lime if you find yourself short in the kitchen; it works beautifully!
03 -
  • Focus on the ripeness of the pineapple for the best results; overly ripe can be mushy.
  • A touch of vanilla extract in the butter can elevate the flavor profile even further.
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