Dairy-Free Authentic Red Curry Sauce

Transform your favorite dishes with this vibrant Dairy-Free Authentic Red Curry Sauce, a silky, flavor-packed creation that’s perfect for Asian-inspired meals. This recipe combines fragrant garlic, fresh ginger, and bold red curry paste with creamy coconut milk for a rich, dairy-free base. Lime juice, soy sauce, and a touch of brown sugar add the ideal balance of tangy, salty, and sweet, while fresh cilantro and lime leaves elevate the sauce with bright, herbal notes. It’s easy to prepare in just 25 minutes, making it a versatile, quick option for weeknight dinners. Whether drizzled over rice, paired with roasted vegetables, or served alongside tofu, chicken, or shrimp, this homemade curry sauce is guaranteed to elevate your meal with authentic Thai-inspired flavors. Perfect for vegans, vegetarians, and anyone craving a dairy-free twist on classic red curry delights!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons red curry paste
• 1 can (14 ounces) coconut milk
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 4 cloves garlic
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 2 leaves fresh lime leaves or lime zest
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro
• 1 cup water

Directions

Step 1

Mince the garlic and grate the ginger.

Step 2

Heat the vegetable oil in a saucepan over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the pan and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Stir in the red curry paste and cook for another minute, allowing the flavors to blend.

Step 5

Add the coconut milk to the pan, stirring to combine with the curry paste mixture.

Step 6

Pour in the water and bring the mixture to a slow simmer.

Step 7

Add the soy sauce (or tamari), lime juice, brown sugar, and lime leaves (or lime zest). Stir well.

Step 8

Allow the sauce to simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened.

Step 9

Remove from heat and stir in the chopped fresh cilantro.

Step 10

Taste and adjust seasonings if needed. For more heat, add additional curry paste or fresh chili.

Step 11

Serve the sauce with your choice of vegetables, tofu, chicken, or shrimp over rice or noodles.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(782.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	364.9

Total Fat 14.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.4g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2680.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 57.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.4g	0%
Total Sugars 38.5g
Protein 5.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 93.4mg	0%
Iron 1.6mg	0%
Potassium 807.3mg	0%

*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: 34.1%

Protein: 6.1%

Carbs: 59.8%