Low Fat Authentic Red Curry Sauce
Elevate your home cooking with this **Low Fat Authentic Red Curry Sauce**, a lighter take on a classic Thai favorite that doesn’t skimp on flavor. Crafted with creamy low-fat coconut milk and infused with the bold, fiery essence of red curry paste, this sauce strikes the perfect balance between rich and refreshing. Aromatic ingredients like kaffir lime leaves, fresh basil, and a splash of lime juice add layers of depth, while a touch of fish sauce and brown sugar provides that irresistible sweet-salty harmony. Easy to prepare in just 25 minutes, this versatile red curry sauce is perfect served over your favorite protein or vegetables for a satisfying, healthy meal. Ideal for busy weeknights or a quick taste of Thailand at home, this recipe delivers authentic flavor without the extra calories!
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Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons Red curry paste
- 1 cups Low-fat coconut milk
- 1 cup Vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon Fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon Brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Lime juice
- 2 Kaffir lime leaves
- 10 Fresh basil leaves
Directions
Step 1
In a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat, add the red curry paste.
Step 2
Slowly pour in the low-fat coconut milk, stirring continuously to combine with the curry paste until smooth.
Step 3
Add the vegetable broth to the saucepan, stirring well to incorporate.
Step 4
Stir in the fish sauce and brown sugar, adjusting to taste if needed.
Step 5
Add the lime juice for a fresh and tangy twist to the sauce.
Step 6
Tear the kaffir lime leaves into smaller pieces and add them to the saucepan, allowing their aromatic oils to release into the sauce.
Step 7
Simmer the sauce gently for 10-15 minutes, occasionally stirring to ensure it's well-mixed and to help reduce and thicken the sauce slightly.
Step 8
Remove from the heat and stir in the fresh basil leaves to infuse its vibrant flavor before serving.
Step 9
Serve the sauce hot, over your choice of protein or vegetables, and garnish with additional basil leaves if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (737g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 334.5 |
| Total Fat 5.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2720.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 49.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 20.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 15.1g | |
| Protein 22.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 718.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 18.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2260.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories