Vegan Creamy Curry Sauce

Elevate your plant-based cooking with this Vegan Creamy Curry Sauce—a rich, flavorful blend of aromatic spices, creamy coconut milk, and a touch of natural sweetness from maple syrup. Perfectly balanced with the warmth of curry powder, cumin, and coriander, this sauce is simmered to perfection for a velvety texture that pairs beautifully with rice, roasted veggies, or your favorite protein alternative. Quick to make in just 30 minutes, it’s a versatile recipe that’s both comforting and wholesome, featuring easy-to-find vegan ingredients like garlic, ginger, and lime juice for a bright finish. Whether you’re meal prepping or creating a cozy dinner, this dairy-free curry sauce is a winning choice for any occasion. Garnish with fresh cilantro for a restaurant-quality presentation!

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons coconut oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
• 2 tablespoons curry powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 14-ounce can coconut milk, full-fat
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 cup vegetable broth
• 1 tablespoon maple syrup
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish

Directions

Step 1

Heat the coconut oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the finely chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Add the curry powder, ground cumin, ground coriander, and cayenne pepper to the onion mixture, stirring for 1 minute to toast the spices.

Step 5

Pour in the coconut milk, tomato paste, and vegetable broth. Stir well to combine.

Step 6

Add the maple syrup, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it slightly thickens.

Step 8

Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the lime juice.

Step 9

Adjust seasoning if necessary and serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(892.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1421.3

Total Fat 126.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 107.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.2g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 5912.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 78.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.9g	0%
Total Sugars 38.3g
Protein 16.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 200.0mg	0%
Iron 26.8mg	0%
Potassium 2143.4mg	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: 74.9%

Protein: 4.4%

Carbs: 20.7%