Soy-Free Coconut Curry Sauce

Transform your meals with this luscious Soy-Free Coconut Curry Sauce, a velvety blend of warming spices and creamy coconut milk that's both allergen-friendly and deeply flavorful. Infused with aromatic lemongrass, fresh ginger, and a hint of lime, this dairy-free and gluten-free sauce is perfect for draping over steamed vegetables, tender grains, or your favorite protein. The recipe comes together in under 35 minutes, requiring simple ingredients like coconut oil, turmeric, and canned coconut milk, making it an easy yet exotic addition to your weeknight repertoire. Garnished with fresh cilantro, this vibrant curry sauce enhances any dish with its rich, fragrant flavors while appealing to those seeking soy-free and plant-based meal solutions.

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons coconut oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
• 400 milliliters canned coconut milk
• 1 cup vegetable broth
• 1 lemongrass stalk, halved and crushed
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, heat coconut oil over medium heat.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for an additional minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add ground cumin, coriander, turmeric, and optional cayenne pepper. Stir well to combine and cook for another minute to enhance the flavors.

Step 5

Pour in the canned coconut milk and vegetable broth, stirring gently until the spices are well integrated.

Step 6

Add the halved lemongrass stalks to the mixture and bring the sauce to a gentle simmer.

Step 7

Continue to cook the sauce on a low simmer for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 8

Remove the lemongrass stalks and discard them.

Step 9

Stir in the lime juice, salt, and black pepper, adjusting seasoning to taste.

Step 10

Remove the sauce from heat and use immediately. Alternatively, allow it to cool and store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Step 11

Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1001.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1461.1

Total Fat 129.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 109.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.2g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3013.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 82.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.0g	0%
Total Sugars 21.7g
Protein 18.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 297.6mg	0%
Iron 25.9mg	0%
Potassium 2192.0mg	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: 74.2%

Protein: 4.8%

Carbs: 21.0%