Espetinho de Queijo Coalho Com Abacaxi (Brazilian Grilled Cheese with Pineapple)

Grilled cheese curds are very popular in the northeast beaches. Arrange the skewers on a tray or large platter.

Preparation Details

Prep Time: 15 mins

Cook Time: 5 mins

Total Time: 20 mins

Servings: 15

Ingredients

• 2 cups queijo coalho cheese curds
• ½ pound pineapple
• ½ cup brown sugar
• 2 sprigs fresh mint

Steps

1. Preheat grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate.
2. Cook queijo coalho cheese and pineapple on the preheated grill until browned, 5 to 10 minutes. Transfer to a plate; cool until easily handled.
3. Cut grilled queijo coalho cheese and pineapple into cubes with a sharp knife; transfer to a bowl. Add brown sugar and toss until coated.
4. Stick 1 cube of queijo coalho cheese, 1 mint leaf, and 1 cube of pineapple onto a toothpick; repeat until all ingredients are skewered.