Grilled Pineapple with Chili

Grilled Pineapple with Chili is a vibrant and flavorful Thai BBQ dish that combines the sweetness of caramelized pineapple with a spicy chili glaze. This dish offers a delightful balance of heat and sweetness, making it a perfect appetizer or dessert.

Ingredients

• Fresh pineapple - 1 medium (about 900g)
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon (15ml)
• Chili flakes - 1 teaspoon (5g)
• Brown sugar - 2 tablespoons (30g)
• Lime juice - 1 tablespoon (15ml)
• Fresh cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped (8g)
• Salt - 1/4 teaspoon (1.5g)

Steps

1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
2. Peel, core, and slice the pineapple into 1-inch thick rings.
3. In a small bowl, mix olive oil, chili flakes, brown sugar, lime juice, and salt to create a glaze.
4. Brush both sides of the pineapple rings with the chili glaze.
5. Place the pineapple rings on the grill and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until grill marks appear and the pineapple is caramelized.
6. Remove from the grill and sprinkle with chopped cilantro before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 150
• Protein: 1 g
• Carbs: 39 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 25 g
• Sodium: 30 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 5 g
• Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 4.5 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and antioxidants from pineapple.
• May aid digestion due to the bromelain enzyme in pineapple.

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