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Pineapple Curry
Pineapple curry is a popular dish originating in South India. It is a flavorful, sweet-and-savory mix of pineapple, spices, and coconut milk. The dish can be served as a main dish, side dish, or even as part of an appetizer. The pineapple provides a unique flavor to the dish and is often combined with traditional Indian spices such as turmeric, cumin, coriander, and chili powder. The dish is typically served over plain white rice and can be garnished with cashews, raisins, and cilantro.
Ingredients (2 Persons)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
- 2 tablespoons curry powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, or more to taste
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, drained
- 1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, drained
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) coconut milk
- 2 cups cooked chickpeas, or 1 can (15.5 ounces) chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro, plus more for garnish
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Directions
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Step 1
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes.
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Step 2
Stir in garlic and ginger and cook for 1 minute.
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Step 3
Stir in curry powder, cumin, turmeric, cinnamon, and cayenne. Cook for 1 minute longer, stirring constantly.
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Step 4
Stir in tomatoes and pineapple and cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes.
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Step 5
Stir in coconut milk, chickpeas, and cilantro and bring to a simmer. Cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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Step 6
Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
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Step 7
Garnish with cilantro, if desired.
Comments
This Pineapple Curry is delicious! The sweet and savory flavors of the pineapple, coconut milk, and red curry create a delightful balance. Highly recommend!
This pineapple curry is amazing! It has a great balance of flavors and the curry is really creamy. The sweetness of the pineapple really adds a nice touch and makes it a delicious meal. Highly recommend!
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