Why is Thai Green Curry Paste classified as processed (NOVA 3) and what specific additive does it contain?

NOVA 3 indicates the product has undergone processing steps such as ingredient blending, heating and the addition of a food‑grade acid; the only listed additive is E 270, lactic acid, used as an acidity regulator.

How does the sugar and salt content in Thai Green Curry Paste affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With 12 g of sugar and 2.16 g of salt per 100 g, the paste adds a moderate amount of rapidly absorbable carbohydrates that can raise blood glucose, and its salt contributes to sodium intake, which may be problematic for blood‑pressure control, so portions should be limited for those conditions.

Is Thai Green Curry Paste suitable for a vegan or gluten‑free diet?

All listed ingredients are plant‑derived and contain no animal‑derived products, making the paste compatible with a vegan diet, while the only starch source is cornflour, which is gluten‑free, so it can be consumed by those avoiding gluten.

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Thai Green Curry Paste

Fat And Sauces

Product Insights

Thai Green Curry Paste is a plant‑based condiment classified under the ‘Fat and sauces’ and ‘Dressings and sauces’ groups. It carries a Nutri‑Score of not‑applicable and is placed in the NOVA 3 processed‑food category, reflecting its moderate level of processing. Per 100 g it provides 132 kcal, 6 g fat (0.4 g saturated), 12 g sugars and 2.16 g salt, offering lower fat, saturated fat, salt and calories than the average curry paste but slightly higher sugar and carbohydrates.

Nutrient Levels

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Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

moderate

Salt

high

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g/ml

Energy Kcal132 kcal

Fat6 g

Saturated Fat0.4 g

Carbohydrates17 g

Sugars12 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with typical curry pastes, this Thai Green Curry Paste contains less fat, saturated fat, salt and calories, yet delivers slightly more sugar and carbohydrates per 100 g.

Ingredients

Water, Garlic, Sugar, 7% Lemongrass, Rapeseed Oil, Onion, Galangal, 5% Green Chilli, 3% Lime Leaf, Cornflour, Salt, Thai Basil, 0.56% Coriander Leaf, Yeast Extract, Ground Coriander, Acidity Regulator: Lactic Acid; Spirulina Concentrate, Safflower Concentrate, Turmeric.

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