Low Fat Creamy Curry Sauce

Elevate your meals with this Low Fat Creamy Curry Sauce, a guilt-free way to indulge in rich, savory flavors without compromising your healthy eating goals. This quick and easy recipe combines aromatic spices, such as curry powder, with the creaminess of light coconut milk for a velvety smooth texture. A touch of tomato paste adds depth, while fresh ginger and garlic lend zesty undertones to every bite. Thickened with a simple cornstarch slurry, this sauce comes together in just 30 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights. Pour it over steamed vegetables, basmati rice, or lean proteins for a wholesome and satisfying dinner. Garnished with fresh cilantro for a burst of brightness, this versatile curry sauce is proof that low fat doesn’t mean low flavor! Perfect for anyone searching for a “healthy curry recipe” or “low fat curry sauce.”

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 3 pieces garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
• 2 tablespoons curry powder
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 cup canned light coconut milk
• 1 cup vegetable broth
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons water
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and cook until it becomes translucent, about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Add the curry powder and tomato paste to the saucepan, cooking and stirring for about 1 minute to release the flavors.

Step 5

Pour in the light coconut milk and vegetable broth, stirring well to combine all ingredients.

Step 6

Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat.

Step 7

In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with water to create a slurry.

Step 8

Slowly stir the cornstarch slurry into the curry sauce and continue to simmer until the sauce has thickened, about 5 minutes.

Step 9

Season the sauce with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 10

Remove the saucepan from the heat and garnish with chopped fresh cilantro before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(707.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	459.1

Total Fat 27.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 12.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 5884.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 48.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.0g	0%
Total Sugars 14.7g
Protein 8.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 118.0mg	0%
Iron 12.9mg	0%
Potassium 1101.7mg	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: 51.9%

Protein: 7.5%

Carbs: 40.6%