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Yellow Curry Paste

Yellow Curry Paste is a concentrated spice blend commonly used in South and Southeast Asian cuisines (for example Thai yellow or Massaman curries) to build the base flavor of soups, stews and sauces. It is typically made from ground spices, aromatics and a vegetable or coconut oil base, and is prized for delivering complex savory, spicy and aromatic notes in small amounts. Nutritionally, Yellow Curry Paste is oil‑rich and therefore energy‑dense; it also tends to be relatively high in salt at 3.5g per 100g, so small portions are usually used when cooking. It provides some protein and fat‑soluble micronutrients from ingredients like chilies, turmeric and nuts or seeds when included. From a health perspective, curry pastes contribute flavorful fats (often with a favorable monounsaturated profile when made with vegetable oils) and concentrated spices that can add antioxidant compounds, but commercial varieties can be high in sodium and added oils, so opting for lower‑salt or homemade versions improves their nutritional profile.

Lactose free · Ultra-processed · ~1.20€/100g

Kinome Health Grade

C-

Fair

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Nutrition

Macronutrients per selected portion. Derived from Curry Paste.

Calories

250 kcal

13% of Daily kcal · energy-dense

Protein

5 g

10% RDI

Fat

22 g

4g sat fat

Carbs

10 g

4% RDI

Sugar

3 g

6% RDI

Fiber

3 g

10% RDI

Salt

3.5 g

70% RDI

Nutrition quality

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Composite score - weighted by current nutrition science

C- · 5.2 / 10

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Frequently asked

Q.01Is Yellow Curry Paste healthy?

Yellow Curry Paste is rated moderate (Health Grade C-) per 100g and can be part of a balanced diet.

Q.03What NOVA processing level is Yellow Curry Paste?

Yellow Curry Paste is NOVA 4 - Ultra-processed.

Q.02What are the macros in Yellow Curry Paste?

100g of Yellow Curry Paste contains 250 kcal, 5g protein, 10g carbohydrates, 22g fat, and 3g fiber.

Q.04Is Yellow Curry Paste lactose free?

Yes, Yellow Curry Paste is lactose free.

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