Golden Thai Pineapple Curry with Kaffir Lime and Tofu

Name: Golden Thai Pineapple Curry with Kaffir Lime and Tofu
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 4
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

A vibrant and fragrant Thai curry bursting with tropical flavors.

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

1 h 10 min
4
Intermediate

Ingredients

For the Curry Base

2 tablespoons vegetable oil

1 large onion, finely chopped

3 cloves garlic, minced

For the Curry Paste

3 tablespoons Thai red curry paste

1 teaspoon ground turmeric

1 teaspoon coriander powder

For the Tofu & Pineapple

400g (14 oz) firm tofu, pressed and cubed

1 cup fresh pineapple chunks

For the Coconut Curry

1 can (400 ml) coconut milk

1 tablespoon soy sauce

1 tablespoon maple syrup

For Garnishing

4 kaffir lime leaves, finely sliced

Fresh cilantro, chopped

Preparation

Preparing the Curry Base

Heat Oil

Heat vegetable oil in a large pan over medium heat.

Sauté Onion

Sauté the onion until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Add Garlic

Add garlic and cook for an additional minute.

Do not let the garlic burn as it can turn bitter.

Making the Curry Paste

Combine Spices

In a small bowl, combine red curry paste, turmeric, and coriander powder.

Mix Well

Mix well to create an aromatic paste.

Cook Paste

Add to the pan and cook until fragrant, 2-3 minutes.

Always taste your curry paste to check its spiciness before adding more.

Cooking Process

Simmering the Curry

Stir in pineapple chunks and cook for 3 minutes.

Adding Coconut Milk

Pour in the coconut milk, soy sauce, and maple syrup; bring to a simmer.

Cooking the Tofu

Gently stir in the tofu and let it simmer for 20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

Plating & Serving