Grilled Pineapple Rumaki

Adapted from barbecue usa. To set up a three-zone fire on a charcoal grill, rake half the lit coals into a double layer on one-third of the bottom grate. the rest of the coals go in a single layer in the center; the other third of the grate should have no coals. this gives you three different heat zones--a hot zone for searing, a medium zone for cooking, and a safety zone for holding food. Prep time includes marinating time.

Steps

Combine all marinade ingredients in a nonreactive bowl.

Add pineapple and stir.

Let marinate 1 hour.

Drain marinade and strain into a saucepan.

Bring to a boil over high heat.

Cook until syrupy , about 5 minutes.

Set aside.

Wrap each pineapple piece with an herb sprig and a piece of bacon.

Secure the bacon with a bamboo skewer or a wooden toothpick.

Can be prepared several hours ahead up to this point.

Set up grill for three-zone grilling and preheat.

Brush and oil the grill grate.

If using skewers , fold a length of aluminum foil in half lengthwise and place on grate on the edge closest to you , so that it covers all three heat zones.

Place rumaki on hot zone.

If using skewers , make sure the ends are on top of the foil shield.

Do this in batches if necessary.

Grill until bacon is crisp , 2-3 minutes on each side , basting with the reserved marinade syrup.

Move to medium or cool zone if the bacon fat causes flareups.

Serve drizzled with any remaining glaze.

If usi.

Ingredients

soy sauce, pineapple juice, brown sugar, dark sesame oil, rice vinegar, fresh ginger, pineapple, bacon, fresh herbs