Yellow Curry Sauce

Elevate your meals with this creamy and flavor-packed Yellow Curry Sauce, a vibrant blend of aromatic spices and rich coconut milk that’s effortlessly versatile and easy to make. In just 35 minutes, this recipe combines the warm, earthy flavors of yellow curry powder, cumin, and coriander with the zesty brightness of lime juice and the subtle sweetness of brown sugar. Fresh garlic, ginger, and chopped cilantro add depth and freshness to every bite, while fish sauce provides a savory umami kick. Perfect for drizzling over cooked vegetables, chicken, or seafood, this homemade curry sauce strikes a harmonious balance between spice and creaminess. Whether you're crafting a quick weeknight dinner or impressing guests, this sauce is guaranteed to be the star of the meal. Keywords: yellow curry sauce, curry recipe, coconut curry, homemade curry sauce, easy curry.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 3 large garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
• 2 tablespoons yellow curry powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
• 1 tablespoon fish sauce
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Heat the vegetable oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until the onion becomes translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and ginger, cooking for another 2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the yellow curry powder, ground cumin, ground coriander, and cayenne pepper, stirring constantly for 1-2 minutes to release the spices' aroma.

Step 5

Pour in the coconut milk, stirring to combine the spices with the milk.

Step 6

Add the fish sauce, brown sugar, lime juice, salt, and black pepper, stirring continuously.

Step 7

Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, reduce the heat to low, and let it cook for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened slightly.

Step 8

Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed, then stir in the chopped fresh cilantro.

Step 9

Remove the sauce from heat and let it cool slightly before serving.

Step 10

Serve the yellow curry sauce over your choice of cooked vegetables, chicken, or seafood, and enjoy.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	715.1 grams (715.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	576

Total Fat 30.20g	39%
Saturated Fat 4.20g	21%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.80g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2555mg	111%
Total Carbohydrate 81.40g	30%
Dietary Fiber 11.60g	41%
Total Sugars 42.70g
Protein 8.20g	16%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 218mg	17%
Iron 9mg	48%
Potassium 1057mg	22%

*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: 43.1%

Protein: 5.2%

Carbs: 51.7%