---
title: Pineapple Lentil Curry
tags: ['indian', 'lentil', 'curry', 'coconut', 'spicy', 'fasting']
date: 2025-05-17
author: haywalk
---

![Pineapple Lentil Curry](/pix/pineapple-lentil-curry.webp)

Easy, cheap curry that serves *at least* 6. You will have leftovers!

- ⏲️ Prep time: ~10 min
- 🍳 Cook time: 25-30 min
- 🍽️ Servings: 6 (at least)

## Ingredients

- 1 cup dried red lentils, rinsed
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp curry powder
- 1 can (14oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 can pineapple chunks, drained
- 1 can coconut milk
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- cooked rice, for serving

## Directions

1. Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add onion and garlic. Sauté about 5 minutes, until soft.
3. Stir in curry powder and cook about 1 minute, until fragrant.
4. Add all other ingredients. Stir well.
5. Bring to a boil and then reduce to a simmer. Cover and cook for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until lentils are soft.
6. Season with salt and pepper.
7. Serve over rice.