Why is Thai Red Curry classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product is labeled NOVA 4 because it combines many refined ingredients, a fish‑based sauce and three industrial additives: paprika extract (E160c) for colour, acetic acid (E260) and lactic acid (E270) as acidity regulators.

How do the sugar (4.6 g) and salt (4.3 g) levels in this curry paste affect people managing diabetes or hypertension?

The sugar amount is modest and unlikely to spike blood glucose dramatically, but the salt content approaches the high‑salt threshold, so individuals with hypertension should use the paste sparingly and balance overall sodium intake.

Is the fish sauce in this product a problem for individuals with fish allergies?

Yes; the fish sauce is made from anchovy extract, which contains fish proteins and is listed as a fish allergen, so anyone allergic to fish should avoid this product.

Lidl • 200g

Thai Red Curry

Fat And Sauces

Product Insights

Thai Red Curry is a Lidl-branded Thai red curry paste that falls under the "Fat and sauces" (Dressings and sauces) dietary family. It carries a Nutri‑Score of E and is classified as NOVA 4, offering relatively low fat (9.6 g), sugar (4.6 g) and calories (130 kcal) per 100 g but a high salt level (4.3 g) and modest protein (1.1 g). The paste contains fish sauce, making it unsuitable for fish‑allergic consumers, and includes three food‑additive colour and acidity regulators (E160c, E260, E270).

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

high

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal130 kcal

Fat9.6 g

Saturated Fat0.7 g

Carbohydrates9.2 g

Sugars4.6 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with average curry pastes, this Thai Red Curry paste contains considerably less fat, sugar, salt and calories per 100 g, though its protein and fiber are also slightly below typical levels.

Ingredients

Water, Rapeseed Oil, 8% Red Chilli Purée (Red Chillies, Salt, Acidity Regulator: Acetic Acid), 4% Lemongrass, 4% Galangal, Lime Leaf, Fish Sauce (Anchovy Extract (_Fish_), Salt, Sugar, Water), Cornflour, Sugar, Garlic, Tomato Paste, Salt, Onion, Dried Red Chillies, Ground Coriander, Colour: Paprika Extract; Ground Cumin, Acidity Regulator: Lactic Acid

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