Calories
13% of Daily kcal · energy-dense
Protein
10% RDI
Fat
4g sat fat
Carbs
4% RDI
Sugar
6% RDI
Fiber
10% RDI
Salt
70% RDI
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
Fair
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Macronutrients per selected portion. Derived from Curry Paste.
13% of Daily kcal · energy-dense
10% RDI
4g sat fat
4% RDI
6% RDI
10% RDI
70% RDI
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Composite score - weighted by current nutrition science
C- · 5.2 / 10
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Yellow Curry Paste is rated moderate (Health Grade C-) per 100g and can be part of a balanced diet.
Yellow Curry Paste is NOVA 4 - Ultra-processed.
100g of Yellow Curry Paste contains 250 kcal, 5g protein, 10g carbohydrates, 22g fat, and 3g fiber.
Yes, Yellow Curry Paste is lactose free.