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Vegetable Curry With Coconut Milk and Pineapple

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vegetable curry with coconut milk and pineapple in a bowlOne-Pot Coconut Milk Vegetable Curry

I love curry, it’s one of the most satisfying meals in my opinion. This vegetable curry recipe with coconut milk served with rice, potatoes or flatbread (naan, chapati, roti) has been my favorite dinner lately and it keeps me full for a long time. I always try out different curry recipes, like this vegan chickpea curry which is one of my most popular savory recipes. It was remade by so many people and I got lots of positive feedback. This one-pot pineapple curry is very easy to make in just a few simple steps and takes less than 30 minutes when you cook it on the stove!

Indian curry recipe with pineapple in a potThis time I added more veggies and, surprise, surprise, also pineapple! If you haven’t combined pineapple with savory food yet, you are missing out. Pineapple on pizza (Pizza Hawaii) is just one example and this delicious vegetable curry which I love to make with coconut milk is another one. Definitely, try it out and let me know if you liked the combo sweet and savory.

Indian curry recipe with pineapple in a potCurry Is Healthy

I have already written in my other curry post about the incredible health benefits of curry: Curry Powder is a popular spice mix that has a number of valuable health benefits, including the prevention of cancer, protection against heart disease, reduce Alzheimer’s disease symptoms, ease pain and inflammation, boost bone health, protect the immune system from bacterial infections, and increase the liver’s ability to remove toxins from the body. For me, this is a good reason to enjoy curry at least once a week.

healthy vegetable curry recipe with coconut milk and pineapple in a bowlEasy Vegetable Curry Recipe With Coconut Milk

As mentioned before, you don’t need to spend more than half an hour in the kitchen to make this delicious vegetable curry recipe with pineapple and coconut milk. Actually, it took me less than 30 minutes! I added different veggies, like carrot, zucchini, eggplant, pepper, and onion. You can add other veggies like cauliflower, broccoli, butternut squash, spinach or even sweet potatoes. Use your favorite veggies or the ones which are in season right now. In my opinion, this curry tastes delicious with all kind of veggies.

If you don’t want to make this vegetable curry with coconut milk, simply use any other plant-based milk. Cashew milk, oat milk, almond milk, hemp milk are just a few alternatives.

Veggie curry with fresh vegetables, pineapple and chickpeas. Healthy comfort food which is easy to make, vegan, gluten free, oil free and deliciousVegetable Curry With Chickpeas?

It’s totally up to you if you make this healthy vegetable curry recipe with chickpeas, black beans or even lentils. I actually love all legumes but most of the time I use chickpeas or black beans. You can use canned chickpeas, beans or lentils or cook them fresh. Lentils cook fast, my tip is to soak them for about 20 minutes in warm water before you cook them.

vegan curry recipe with coconut milk and pineappleThis Indian Inspired Curry Is:

  • Vegan
  • Gluten-free
  • Oil-free
  • Dairy-free
  • Healthy
  • Spicy
  • Sweet and savory
  • Flavorful
  • A delicious comfort food

creamy coconut curry with pineapple in a potCoconut Milk Vegetable Curry Served With Rice

I often eat curry with Basmati or Yasmin rice but it tastes also amazing with potatoes or Indian flatbread (naan, chapati, roti). You can even serve it with regular bread. This creamy coconut milk curry with vegetables contains healthy carbs, protein, and fat and tastes absolutely amazing. You can also sprinkle some fresh coriander on top since coriander is an incredible herb which goes so well with curry.

Slow Cooker Vegetable Curry?

Can you make this vegetable coconut milk curry in a slow cooker? The answer is yes! All you need to do is, add all ingredients to your slow cooker (crockpot) and cook on high for about 4 hours or on low for about 8 hours. You can also easily freeze leftovers in freezer bags.

If you recreate this tasty vegetable curry with pineapple and coconut milk, please leave a comment below and don’t forget to tag me in your Instagram or Facebook post with @elavegan because I love to see your recreations. And if you love all kind of curry/dal recipes definitely also check out this delicious 1-Pot Lentil Dal.

slow cooker curry with coconut milk and pineapple

vegetable curry recipe with pineapple and coconut milk
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Vegetable curry

Vegetable curry recipe with coconut milk, pineapple, and chickpeas (or beans)! This healthy comfort meal is vegan, gluten-free, oil-free, easy to make and can be also prepared in a slow cooker.
Prep Time8 mins
Cook Time20 mins
Total Time28 mins
Course: Main Course
Servings: 2
Calories: 414kcal
Author: Ela

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups pineapple chunks, fresh (250 g)
  • 1 15-ounce can chickpeas or beans of choice (drained and rinsed)
  • 1 medium-sized carrot
  • 1 small eggplant (cut into small cubes)
  • 1 small zucchini
  • 1/2 pepper
  • 1/2 big onion
  • 2-3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 to 1 1/2 cups canned coconut milk (regular or light)
  • 1 1/2 tbsp curry powder (use less for a less spicy curry)
  • 1-2 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/4 tsp turmeric (optional)
  • 1/4 tsp smoked paprika (optional)
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 1 tsp cornstarch or tapioca flour (to thicken)
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • cooked rice of choice (I use Basmati or Yasmin rice)
  • coriander for serving

Instructions

  • Chop the veggies + onion and put everything in a large pan or pot with a little bit of water or oil and fry on medium heat for about 8-9 minutes. Add the garlic and fry for a further minute. Stir frequently.
  • Drain and rinse chickpeas (or beans of choice) and add them to the pan together with the pineapple chunks.
  • Add coconut milk, all spices + salt and pepper to taste. Simmer for about 10 minutes or longer (for a thicker curry). You can also add 1 tsp of cornstarch (mix it with some coconut milk before you add it) to make the curry sauce even thicker.
  • Serve the curry with cooked rice of choice or potatoes. Garnish with fresh coriander. Enjoy!

Notes

  • Read the text in the blog post to find out how to prepare the curry in a slow cooker.
  • Recipe serves two persons. Nutrition facts are for one serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 414kcal | Carbohydrates: 53g | Protein: 13.3g | Fat: 11.2g | Saturated Fat: 5.2g | Fiber: 19.2g | Sugar: 30g

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  7. Jenny says

    July 24, 2017 at 3:08 am

    I made this dish tonight (first one I’ve tried from your blog/Instagram) and it was SO delicious! The perfect amount of nutritious, spicy and creamy. Totally hit the spot. My 4 year old son was helping me so first I had him mix the spices into the coconut milk, then we chopped the veggies (his job is just to put them in the pan) then cooked. Will definitely make again. (Btw my 4 year old didn’t want to try this tonight but my 2 year old loved it. Just depends on the kid’s mood!) lol

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    • Ela says

      July 24, 2017 at 3:38 am

      Aww thank you very much for this beautiful comment Jenny! I am so glad you and your 2 year old enjoyed my recipe. And so sweet of your 4 year old to help you in the kitchen. 🙂

      Reply

  8. Danielle R says

    July 25, 2017 at 9:34 pm

    I tried this recipe last week and I am so in love!!! At first I thought it would be a little hard (especially because I wanted to serve this in the pineapple halves) but it was actually really easy to make and my roommates LOVED it. Doing this again ASAP!!

    Reply

  10. Erika says

    August 20, 2017 at 8:42 pm

    Wow! I made this recipe tonight and It was amazing!! The pineapple matches perfectly with curry and it’s super healthy. I didn’t have chickpeas so I switched them with TVP:) I also added cherry tomatoes,zucchini and yellow pepper( it’s summer!) thank you

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  11. amy says

    August 28, 2017 at 10:58 am

    i made this tonight for dinner and it was absolutely delicious!! i didn’t use a single much coconut milk and i made cauliflower rice to go with it! thank you for this recipe! 🙂

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  12. Kelsey W says

    September 18, 2017 at 8:22 pm

    I make this now often as my 1 year old loves it! Not spicy perfectly simple and delicious. Good for the whole family ????

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  14. heidi says

    March 8, 2018 at 1:49 pm

    I cooked this wonderful recipe , it’s sooooo good!
    I would ever recommend to eat it the day after like this the vegetables will absorbe the sauce, yummi!

    Thank you for the recipe 🙂

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  15. Kealoha says

    August 3, 2018 at 6:00 am

    Made this tonight and it was amazing! Even my 9 yo and 2 yo enjoyed it! Thank you for sharing your delicious recipes.

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  16. Maaike says

    March 21, 2019 at 6:22 pm

    I want to make this tomorrow! Can I use the same amount of curry paste (I have red curry paste) as the amount of curry powder?

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  17. Lupita2007 says

    March 24, 2019 at 3:41 pm

    Made it last night. First time ever using eggplant to success. Ela, it was HEAVENLY!!! As weird as it sounds, it felt sooooo wholesome and good inside my body. The flavors were amazing together. Thank you for sharing this recipe with all of us. Will make again.

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  20. Tricia says

    April 14, 2019 at 12:48 pm

    Hi I’m trying to watch my weight is the calorie count just Firth’s curry or dies it include the rice . Going to make this soon thankyou

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    • Ela says

      April 14, 2019 at 4:36 pm

      It’s just for the curry but each serving is huge! You can use light coconut milk or any other boxed plant-based milk instead of regular canned coconut milk to save calories/fat. 🙂

      Reply

  21. Yoga with Shakira says

    April 22, 2019 at 3:47 am

    I didn’t have pineapple at home, so I substituted it with mango. It works so well, I love this recipe very much <3
    Makes my trying to eat vegan easier, since it's so flavourful and healthy.

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  22. Yamir Oliveras says

    April 22, 2019 at 5:21 pm

    I just made this one last night for Sunday prepping. Tasted it today. Awesome!!! Loved it, plenty of leftovers and so easy to do! Thanks for sharing.

    Reply

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