Nut-Free Coconut Curry Sauce
Elevate your meals with this Nut-Free Coconut Curry Sauce, a rich and creamy blend of aromatic spices and comforting flavors that's perfect for those with nut allergies. Made with coconut oil, velvety coconut milk, and a medley of bold spices like turmeric, cumin, and curry powder, this sauce delivers a robust and tantalizing depth that pairs beautifully with rice, vegetables, or protein of choice. The addition of lime juice, soy sauce, and a touch of brown sugar balances the savory and subtly sweet notes, making it irresistibly flavorful. Quick and easy to prepare in just 30 minutes, this gluten-free curry sauce is ideal for weeknight dinners and meal-prepping. Garnish with fresh cilantro for a pop of color and herbaceous flair, and enjoy its irresistible versatility!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 teaspoon coriander powder
- 2 teaspoons cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1.5 tablespoons curry powder
- 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 400 milliliters full-fat coconut milk
- 200 milliliters vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Heat coconut oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for another 1 minute until fragrant.
Add coriander powder, cumin powder, turmeric powder, curry powder, and cayenne pepper, stirring for 1-2 minutes until the spices are well combined and fragrant.
Mix in the tomato paste and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
Pour in the coconut milk and vegetable broth, stirring to combine everything together.
Bring the sauce to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low and let it cook for another 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly.
Add lime juice, soy sauce, and brown sugar, stirring well. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Remove from heat and let it cool slightly before using it as a sauce for your favorite dishes.
Optionally, garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1434 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 128.2 g | 164% | |
| Saturated Fat | 109.4 g | 547% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 4211 mg | 183% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 73.4 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.5 g | 62% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.0 g | ||
| Protein | 19.2 g | 38% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 221 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 26.7 mg | 148% | |
| Potassium | 2266 mg | 48% | |
*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.
