Spiced Pineapple and Taro Leaf Stir Fry

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-23 · Updated 2026-07-23

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A vibrant stir-fry combining tender taro leaves with sweet pineapple and aromatic island spices for a flavorful vegetarian meal. This Polynesian-inspired vegetarian recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs taro leaves, stems removed and chopped, fresh pineapple chunks, coconut oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Polynesian cuisine 180 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 cups taro leaves, stems removed and chopped
1 cup fresh pineapple chunks
2 tbsp coconut oil
3 cloves minced garlic
1 tbsp grated fresh ginger
1 small chopped red chili
1/2 tsp turmeric powder
1 tsp ground cumin
2 tbsp coconut aminos or soy sauce
1 tbsp fresh lime juice
1 tsp salt
2 tbsp toasted shredded coconut

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Instructions

Step 1: Heat 2 tablespoons coconut oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 3 cloves minced garlic, 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger, and 1 small chopped red chili, sautéing for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
Step 2: Add 4 cups chopped taro leaves and 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder along with 1 teaspoon ground cumin. Stir-fry for 6-8 minutes until the leaves are soft and wilted but still vibrant green.
Step 3: Stir in 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks and 2 tablespoons coconut aminos or soy sauce. Continue cooking for another 2-3 minutes until pineapple warms and flavors meld.
Step 4: Remove from heat and stir in 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice and 1 teaspoon salt. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons toasted shredded coconut over the top before serving.