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Printed August 31, 2026

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Miso-Caramelized Pineapple with Black Sesame

Name: Miso-Caramelized Pineapple with Black Sesame
Ingredients: 1 fresh pineapple, peeled and cut into rings; 3 tablespoons white miso paste; 2 tablespoons honey; 2 tablespoons black sesame seeds; 2 tablespoons neutral oil

Sweet, salty, and umami collide in this dead-simple dessert that transforms fresh pineapple into something extraordinary. Five minutes of prep, a lifetime of flavor memories.

1 min Mild Rebel 5 ingredients

Ingredients

1 fresh pineapple, peeled and cut into rings
3 tablespoons white miso paste
2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons black sesame seeds
2 tablespoons neutral oil

Preparation

This recipe was born from a late-night experiment in flavor pairing—what happens when Japanese fermentation meets tropical fruit? The answer is magic. The miso amplifies the pineapple's natural sweetness while adding a savory depth that keeps you coming back for more.

Preparation

Whisk together the miso paste and honey in a small bowl until smooth and well combined.
Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Brush both sides of each pineapple ring generously with the miso-honey mixture.
Place the rings in the hot skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until deeply caramelized and golden brown.
Remove from heat, sprinkle with black sesame seeds, and serve immediately while still warm.

Serving suggestion: These are incredible on their own, but they also pair beautifully with vanilla ice cream or Greek yogurt for a more substantial dessert.

5-Ingredient Magic

Miso-Caramelized Pineapple with Black Sesame

July 9, 2026 1 min read Mild Rebel 5 ingredients

Sweet, salty, and umami collide in this dead-simple dessert that transforms fresh pineapple into something extraordinary. Five minutes of prep, a lifetime of flavor memories.

Ingredients

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1 fresh pineapple, peeled and cut into rings
3 tablespoons white miso paste
2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons black sesame seeds
2 tablespoons neutral oil

The Story & Steps

Preparation

Whisk together the miso paste and honey in a small bowl until smooth and well combined.
Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Brush both sides of each pineapple ring generously with the miso-honey mixture.
Place the rings in the hot skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until deeply caramelized and golden brown.
Remove from heat, sprinkle with black sesame seeds, and serve immediately while still warm.

Serving suggestion: These are incredible on their own, but they also pair beautifully with vanilla ice cream or Greek yogurt for a more substantial dessert.

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