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Grilled Tequila-Cilantro Pineapple

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"This is an out-of-the-ordinary side dish, that always turns into a conversation piece." — R. Dils

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Original recipe makes 4 servings Change Servings

1 fresh pineapple, peeled and cored
1 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 cup tequila
1 1/2 tablespoons ground chipotle chiles

1 lemon
1 lime
salt and pepper to taste

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Directions

Cut the pineapple lengthwise into 8 wedges. Place the wedges into a sealable plastic container or sealable plastic bag. In a small bowl, stir together the cilantro, tequila and chipotle. Pour into the container with the pineapple. Cut lemon and lime in half, squeeze out some juice and put the juice and fruit into the container. Season with salt and pepper. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least one hour, turning pineapple once.
Preheat an outdoor grill to medium-high heat. When the coals are hot, brush a light coating of oil on the grate.
Grill wedges for about 4 to 5 minutes on each side. If you like you can make a sauce by cooking the marinade in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Bring to a boil and cook until the sauce is thick and syrupy. It will be very spicy!

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COOK 10 mins
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Most Helpful Positive Review

Jul 01, 2003

I got great reviews on this recipe it was easy to make, visually pleasing and very spicy. Loved it.

—MOUILLE

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Jul 27, 2009

I think it's a decent recipe and something different for sure. That said I used half the amount of chipotle pepper and had people who felt it was too spicy. I served the warm pineapple with vanilla bean ice cream and put raw sugar on the pineapple as it grilled. I personally liked it, but could see where it could be either love it or hate it and alot not in the middle. My personal opinion for a more crowd pleasing version is skip the chipotle and follow instructions. As you put on the grill sprinkle with Raw sugar and maybe a little bit of cinnimon and serve warm over vanilla bean ice cream. I like spicy but some people don't

—DawgPoundx19

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9 Ratings

May 10, 2003

I'm not the best cook, but even I can't mess a dish up that bad. My family's opinion is that this recipe is a thumbs-down. I don't care if I never taste another pineapple again.

—CITYRAH

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Oct 22, 2003

This was very creative, but it did not come out well. The pineapple tasted too much like tequila and not in a good way.

—TXPRINCESS

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Nov 08, 2007

I think it actually tasted better when I was forced to use dried cilantro.

—BobK

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Sep 22, 2009

I agree with R.Dils: use half the powdered chipotle pepper. It will be hot enough, and still very enjoyable.

—BOBBIELIZ

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Feb 06, 2013

I made this as written and it was pretty good. I thought it held the spice more than it did the rest of the marinade. It was so simple and interesting that I want to make the sauce next time and try using that and the pineapple as the base for a main dish. Edit 2/6/13: I ran out of chipotle and had to sub for half with ancho chile powder. I think I preferred it like this. Regardless, we really enjoy this recipe.

—linda2d

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Jun 21, 2010

We love spicy foods, and found this literally inedible with that much chipotle.

—JESSECJ

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Nutrition

Calories
206 kcal
10%

Carbohydrates
20.9 g
7%

Cholesterol
0 mg
0%

Fat
0.4 g
< 1%

Fiber
3.9 g
16%

Protein
1.3 g
3%

Sodium
34 mg
1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Grilled Tequila-Cilantro Pineapple

Serving Size: 1/4 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 4
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 206
Calories from Fat: 4

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.4g < 1 %
Saturated Fat 0g < 1 %
Cholesterol 0mg 0 %
Sodium 34mg 1 %
** Potassium 246mg 7 %
Total Carbohydrates 20.9g 7 %
Dietary Fiber 3.9g 16 %
Protein 1.3g 3 %
** Sugars 12g
** Vitamin A 17 %
** Vitamin C 142 %
** Calcium 6 %
** Iron 9 %
** Thiamin 13 %
** Niacin 7 %
** Vitamin B6 12 %
** Magnesium 8 %
** Folate 18 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.