Nut-Free Authentic Red Curry Sauce

Experience the bold, aromatic flavors of Southeast Asia with this Nut-Free Authentic Red Curry Sauce recipe, a vibrant and versatile addition to your culinary repertoire. Crafted with freshly minced garlic, fragrant shallots, and grated ginger, this sauce builds layers of depth by combining rich red curry paste with creamy coconut milk. Infused with the citrusy notes of kefir lime leaves and a hint of Thai basil, its balance of sweet, savory, and tangy comes from a blend of fish sauce, brown sugar, and lime juice. Perfectly nut-free, this easy-to-make curry sauce is ready in just 30 minutes and ideal for anyone looking to enjoy authentic Thai flavors without allergens. Use it as a base for curries, a flavorful topping for grilled meats, or a dipping sauce for fresh veggies—it’s a culinary staple your taste buds won’t forget!

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 shallot, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
• 4 tablespoons red curry paste
• 1 can (13.5 ounces) coconut milk
• 2 tablespoons fish sauce
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 2 kefir lime leaves
• 10 fresh Thai basil leaves
• 0.5 teaspoon salt

Directions

Step 1

Start by heating the vegetable oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the minced garlic, chopped shallot, and grated ginger to the pan, stirring frequently, for about 2-3 minutes until fragrant and the shallot is translucent.

Step 3

Add the red curry paste to the pan, stirring continuously for another 2 minutes to release its aroma.

Step 4

Pour in the coconut milk, stirring well to combine with the curry paste.

Step 5

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

Step 6

Tear the kefir lime leaves to release their oils and add them to the saucepan.

Step 7

Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer and let it cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, allowing the flavors to blend.

Step 8

Remove the kefir lime leaves from the sauce.

Step 9

Stir in the fresh Thai basil leaves and add salt to taste.

Step 10

Let the sauce simmer for another 5 minutes to blend the basil flavor.

Step 11

Remove from heat and allow it to rest for a few minutes before serving or using it in your preferred dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(597.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	504.9

Total Fat 28.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.8g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4962.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 63.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.5g	0%
Total Sugars 40.6g
Protein 5.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 144.0mg	0%
Iron 4.2mg	0%
Potassium 847.9mg	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: 47.8%

Protein: 3.9%

Carbs: 48.3%