Smoked Pineapple

Elevate your next cookout with this one-of-a-kind, tasty treat! A touch of sweetness, a nudge of heat, and a kiss of smoke transform the humble pineapple into your new party favorite! Juicy, sweet, and refreshing, it'll wow your guests and delight your taste buds.

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Course: Dessert, Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Keyword: pineapple, smoked

Prep Time: 8

Cook Time: 1

Resting Time: 5

Total Time: 1 13

Servings: people

Calories: 124kcal

Author: imma

Ingredients

1 whole pineapple
½ cup (107g) brown sugar
2 teaspoons (6g) ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon (3g) allspice
½ teaspoon (3.5g) salt
½ teaspoon (1g) chili powder

Instructions

Cut off the top and bottom. Lay the pineapple on its side and slice off the top and bottom of the fruit. This gets rid of the big spiky fronds and creates a stable cutting base.
Trim off the rind. Set the pineapple upright. Work your way around the pineapple, cutting off the rind in strips. Cut deep enough to remove the "eyes," but save as much of the flesh as possible. After you're done, trim off any eyes or bits of rind you may have missed.
Slice the pineapple in half. With the pineapple still upright, slice it straight down the middle into halves.
Slice the pineapple into quarters. Lay each half cut-side down on your cutting board and slice them in half again to make four quarters.
Trim out the core. Lay one quarter on the cutting board like a wedge. Cut into the wedge at an angle to slice out the tough inner core. Repeat with the remaining pineapple. Place on a baking tray or pan in a single layer.
Mix brown sugar, cinnamon, allspice, salt, and chili powder in a small bowl, making sure there are no clumps.
Brush the pineapple wedges with the cinnamon sugar rub, ensuring every inch of the pineapple is covered with the spice mixture.
Prepare your smoker according to the manufacturer's instructions, preheating it to a medium-low temperature (around 225-250℉/107-120℃).
Place the seasoned pineapple wedges directly on the smoker rack in a single layer.
Close the smoker and let the pineapple smoke for approximately about an hour or more until the pineapple is slightly caramelized and infused with smoky flavor, you can flip halfway through, if desired. Check for desired tenderness and doneness.
Remove the smoked pineapple wedges from the smoker and let them cool for 3-5 minutes before serving.
Enjoy with ice cream, sprinkle with coconut flakes, almonds, or balsamic vinegar glaze. Enjoy!

Notes

When shopping for pineapples, pick the ones that are ripe but firm to the touch for optimal flavor. Also, go with pineapples that have a sweet aroma and a golden color.
It's crucial to keep the temperature low and constant, usually between 225 and 250℉. This allows the fruit to slowly absorb the smoky flavor without becoming overcooked.
For a fun appetizer or dessert, gently insert wooden skewers in the center of your pineapple wedges. Remember to soak the skewers at least 30 minutes before.
Please remember that the nutritional information is a rough estimate and can vary significantly based on the products used in the recipe.

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