Transform your summer grilling game with this irresistible recipe for Char Grilled Pineapple with Jerked Honey Rum Glaze. Sweet, smoky, and bursting with tropical flavor, this dish features juicy pineapple wedges caramelized to perfection on the grill. The highlight is the luscious glazeโa bold blend of dark rum, honey, lime juice, jerk seasoning, and warm spices like cinnamonโcreating a tantalizing balance of sweet, tangy, and spicy. Perfect for backyard barbecues or a tropical-themed dessert, this recipe is easy to prepare in under 30 minutes. Serve these charred pineapple slices hot off the grill, garnished with fresh mint leaves, or elevate them with a dollop of vanilla ice cream for a decadent finish. Whether as a side dish or a sweet treat, this recipe is your ticket to a flavorful summer escape.
Peel the pineapple and cut it into 8 long wedges, removing the core from each wedge.
In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the butter. Stir in the honey, dark rum, lime juice, jerk seasoning, brown sugar, cinnamon powder, and vanilla extract. Allow the glaze to simmer for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until it thickens slightly. Remove from heat and set aside.
Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grill grates with cooking oil to prevent sticking.
Brush each pineapple wedge with a little bit of the prepared jerked honey rum glaze.
Place the pineapple wedges on the grill and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until grill marks appear and the pineapple is lightly caramelized.
While grilling, occasionally baste the pineapple wedges with more of the glaze for additional flavor.
Once done, remove the pineapple from the grill and transfer to a serving plate.
Garnish with fresh mint leaves and serve immediately, optionally paired with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for extra indulgence.
Calories |
910 | ||
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% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 17.3 g | 22% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.1 g | 36% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 33 mg | 11% | |
| Sodium | 1489 mg | 65% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 193.4 g | 70% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.6 g | 49% | |
| Total Sugars | 160.4 g | ||
| Protein | 5.6 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 154 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 3.2 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 1088 mg | 23% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.