Coconut Curry Sauce
This Coconut Curry Sauce is a luscious, flavor-packed creation that perfectly balances creamy coconut milk with the bold, aromatic spices of turmeric, cumin, and coriander. Infused with the warmth of fresh ginger and garlic, and a punch of red curry paste, this sauce is elevated with hints of tangy lime juice, savory fish sauce, and a touch of sweetness from brown sugar. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s an ideal addition to your culinary repertoire—pair it with rice, noodles, or roasted vegetables for an irresistible meal. Garnished with vibrant fresh cilantro, this quick and easy coconut curry recipe is perfect for adding a rich, restaurant-quality flair to your dishes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 ml Coconut milk
- 1 medium, diced Yellow onion
- 3 minced Garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoon, minced Ginger
- 2 tablespoons Red curry paste
- 1 teaspoon Ground turmeric
- 1 teaspoon Cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon Coriander powder
- 1 tablespoon Brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon Lime juice
- 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons, chopped Fresh cilantro
Instructions
Heat the vegetable oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and ginger, cooking for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Mix in the red curry paste and let it cook with the onion, garlic, and ginger for about 1 minute.
Sprinkle in the turmeric, cumin, and coriander, stirring to combine with the other ingredients.
Pour in the coconut milk, and stir well to incorporate the curry paste and spices.
Add the brown sugar and fish sauce, stirring until the sugar is dissolved.
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and continue to cook for 10-12 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly.
Remove from heat and stir in the lime juice and salt, adjusting seasoning as needed.
Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
413 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.4 g | 20% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.5 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3120 mg | 136% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 69.8 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.8 g | 17% | |
| Total Sugars | 44.0 g | ||
| Protein | 4.5 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 138 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 5.0 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 921 mg | 20% | |
*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.
