Grilled Pineapple Salsa a la Plancha

by Karen Sheer

This vibrant salsa with a bright and fresh taste adds pizzaz to many meals. (Yes you can just devour with a spoon! )
Easy to prepare – pineapple cooks on a seasoned cast iron skillet until beautifully caramelized and golden.

**Grilling pineapple adds a earthy tone to it’s natural sweetness**

**Perfectly Grilled Pineapple – now dice and add the rest of the ingredients**

Golden Pineapple Is wonderful grilled in a hot, seasoned cast iron skillet. Only takes one minute per side. You do not want to overcook at this step!

**Dinner’s ready! Here a spiced fillet of Hake over sautéed spinach and Grilled Pineapple Salsa**

A la plancha is a style of food preparation that combines high-temperature searing with a small amount of smoking. Perfect for quick searing pineapple ~ adds a texture and flavor.

**Cut half of a pineapple into triangular wedges**

**Lightly sprinkle sugar on both sides of the wedges – only 1 1/2 teaspoons…**

With just a small coating of oil – heat the cast iron skillet, and add the lightly sugared pieces of pineapple. Cook on each side to sear for just one minute.

**Dice the grilled pineapple, and add the other ingredients, then stir – all done!**

This delicious salsa is perfect over any grilled or roasted protein – or jazz up you nachos!

Ingredients in the Salsa: Grilled Pineapple a la Plancha, Jicama, Garlic, Purple Scallion (or Onion), Lime Juice, Chipotle Peppers, Ground Chiles and a pinch of Sea Salt.

**Naturally Sweet with just the right heat**

Add more flavorings if you like… complimentary fruits such as mango or tomatoes and fresh herbs if you desire.

Enjoy this fresh salsa!
Karen

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