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Golden Thai Pineapple Curry with Kaffir Lime and Tofu

Name: Golden Thai Pineapple Curry with Kaffir Lime and Tofu
Prep time: 23 min
Cook time: 70 min
Total time: 93 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 large onion, finely chopped; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 3 tablespoons Thai red curry paste; 1 teaspoon ground turmeric; 1 teaspoon coriander powder; 400g (14 oz) firm tofu, pressed and cubed; 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks; 1 can (400 ml) coconut milk; 1 tablespoon soy sauce; 1 tablespoon maple syrup; 4 kaffir lime leaves, finely sliced; Fresh cilantro, chopped

This golden curry combines sweet pineapple and zesty kaffir lime with creamy coconut and tofu for a deliciously unique meal.

4.1(127 reviews)

·By Ethan Brooks·October 31, 2025

Golden Thai Pineapple Curry with Kaffir Lime and Tofu — Main Course served and photographed from above

Prep

23 min

Cook

1 h 10 min

Difficulty

Intermediate

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Curry Base

For the Curry Paste

For the Tofu & Pineapple

For the Coconut Curry

For Garnishing

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 354 kcal
Protein: 10.7 g
Carbs: 21.15 g
Fat: 27.53 g
Fiber: 2.75 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 1417 kcal
Protein: 42.8 g
Carbs: 84.6 g
Fat: 110.1 g
Fiber: 11 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
2 tablespoons vegetable oil	240	0	0	28	0
1 large onion, finely chopped	44	1.2	10	0.1	1.9
3 cloves garlic, minced	13	0.6	3	0	0.2
3 tablespoons Thai red curry paste	90	1.5	12	4.5	1.5
1 teaspoon ground turmeric	8	0.2	1.4	0.2	0.5
1 teaspoon coriander powder	5	0.2	1	0.1	0.5
400g (14 oz) firm tofu, pressed and cubed	320	32	8	20	4
1 cup fresh pineapple chunks	82	1	22	0.2	2.3
1 can (400 ml) coconut milk	552	5	13	57	0
1 tablespoon soy sauce	10	1	1	0	0
1 tablespoon maple syrup	52	0	13	0	0
4 kaffir lime leaves, finely sliced	0	0	0	0	0
Fresh cilantro, chopped	1	0.1	0.2	0	0.1

These are estimates, not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Preparing the Curry Base

1
Heat Oil
Heat vegetable oil in a large pan over medium heat.
2
Sauté Onion
Sauté the onion until translucent, about 5 minutes.
3
Add Garlic
Add garlic and cook for an additional minute.
Tip: Do not let the garlic burn as it can turn bitter.

Making the Curry Paste

1
Combine Spices
In a small bowl, combine red curry paste, turmeric, and coriander powder.
2
Mix Well
Mix well to create an aromatic paste.
3
Cook Paste
Add to the pan and cook until fragrant, 2-3 minutes.
Tip: Always taste your curry paste to check its spiciness before adding more.

How to Make Golden Thai Pineapple Curry with Kaffir Lime and Tofu

Total time: 1 h 33 min · Yields 4 servings

1
Simmering the Curry
Stir in pineapple chunks and cook for 3 minutes.
2
Adding Coconut Milk
Pour in the coconut milk, soy sauce, and maple syrup; bring to a simmer.
3
Cooking the Tofu
Gently stir in the tofu and let it simmer for 20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.