Low Fat Yellow Curry Sauce
Elevate your meals with this irresistibly creamy and vibrant Low Fat Yellow Curry Sauce, a lighter twist on the classic recipe that’s bursting with bold, aromatic flavors. Crafted with light coconut milk and low-sodium vegetable broth, this sauce achieves a luxurious texture without the heavy calories. Spiced with fragrant yellow curry powder, turmeric, garlic, and ginger, it offers a delightful balance of warmth and earthiness. A touch of lime juice and soy sauce adds zesty brightness and umami, while a quick cornstarch slurry ensures the perfect silky consistency. Ready in just 25 minutes, this versatile sauce pairs beautifully with rice, steamed vegetables, or lean protein, making it a healthy and delicious addition to your weekly menu.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Coconut milk, light
- 1 cup Vegetable broth, low-sodium
- 2 tablespoons Yellow curry powder
- 1 teaspoon Turmeric powder
- 4 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Ginger, grated
- 1 small Onion, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon Lime juice, fresh
- 1 teaspoon Soy sauce, low-sodium
- 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 1 teaspoon Olive oil
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes, until softened and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add the yellow curry powder and turmeric powder to the pan, stirring constantly for 30 seconds to toast the spices.
Pour in the light coconut milk and low-sodium vegetable broth. Stir well to combine.
Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water until smooth to create a slurry.
Slowly pour the cornstarch slurry into the saucepan, stirring constantly to thicken the sauce.
Add the fresh lime juice and low-sodium soy sauce. Stir to incorporate, and adjust seasoning to taste if needed.
Simmer the sauce for 2-3 more minutes until desired consistency is achieved.
Remove from heat and let the sauce cool slightly before serving. Pair with your favorite dishes or store in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
399 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 26.4 g | 34% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.8 g | 59% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 378 mg | 16% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 40.8 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.9 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.9 g | ||
| Protein | 6.3 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 138 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 8.2 mg | 46% | |
| Potassium | 740 mg | 16% | |
*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.
