Grilled Pineapple with Yuzu Butter (Printable Version)

Savor caramelized pineapple topped with citrusy yuzu butter.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Fruit

01 - 1 ripe pineapple, peeled, cored, 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

# Step-by-Step Guide:

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.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • This dessert surprises with its unique blend of spicy and sweet.
  • It's quick enough to whip up at the last minute, making you look like a culinary genius.
02 -
  • Don’t rush the grilling; patience allows for that beautiful caramelization.
  • Adjust the yuzu kosho as you go; a little goes a long way in delivering flavor!
03 -
  • Always taste as you go; that’s the secret to balancing flavors.
  • Letting the butter sit out for a bit before using helps achieve a smoother consistency.
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