Authentic Red Curry Sauce

Bring the bold, aromatic flavors of Thailand into your kitchen with this Authentic Red Curry Sauce recipe. Made with rich, creamy coconut milk and fragrant red curry paste, this sauce is elevated by the addition of kaffir lime leaves, lemongrass, and fresh Thai basil, creating a perfectly balanced blend of heat, sweetness, and citrusy tang. Infused with garlic, ginger, and a touch of brown sugar, it captures the essence of traditional Thai cuisine in just 25 minutes. Whether you're pouring it over tender chicken, vibrant veggies, or stir-fried tofu, this versatile sauce is your go-to for a quick, restaurant-quality meal at home. Perfect for spicing up weeknight dinners, it’s as authentic as it is easy to make.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 400 ml Coconut milk
• 2 tablespoons Red curry paste
• 1 tablespoon Fish sauce
• 1 tablespoon Brown sugar
• 3 Kaffir lime leaves
• 1 Lemongrass stalk, finely chopped
• 10 Thai basil leaves
• 2 Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon Ginger, minced
• 1 tablespoon Lime juice
• 1 tablespoon Oil (vegetable or coconut)

Directions

Step 1

In a saucepan, heat 1 tablespoon of oil over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the minced garlic, minced ginger, and chopped lemongrass. Sauté for about 2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 3

Stir in the red curry paste and cook for another 1 minute, stirring constantly to prevent sticking.

Step 4

Gently pour in the coconut milk, stirring to combine it thoroughly with the curry paste.

Step 5

Add the fish sauce and brown sugar to the mixture, stirring until the sugar dissolves completely.

Step 6

Tear the kaffir lime leaves into halves and add them to the sauce. These leaves will offer a unique citrusy aroma.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer gently for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 8

Remove the sauce from the heat, then stir in the fresh lime juice.

Step 9

Add the Thai basil leaves to the sauce, allowing them to wilt with the residual heat.

Step 10

Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if necessary, for example, additional fish sauce for saltiness or lime juice for tanginess.

Step 11

Remove the kaffir lime leaves before serving, and use the sauce immediately with your favorite protein or vegetables, or store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	536.1 grams (536.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	365

Total Fat 14.90g	19%
Saturated Fat 2.50g	13%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1928mg	84%
Total Carbohydrate 57.70g	21%
Dietary Fiber 2.30g	8%
Total Sugars 39.10g
Protein 3.40g	7%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 117mg	9%
Iron 4mg	21%
Potassium 724mg	15%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 35.4%

Protein: 3.6%

Carbs: 61.0%