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Red Thai Curry Paste
Product Insights
Red Thai Curry Paste is a ready‑to‑use sauce that belongs to the Sauces and Condiments dietary family. It carries a Nutri‑Score of C (score 5) and is classified as NOVA 4, indicating an ultra‑processed product, with low fat (0.8 g), low sugars (3.1 g) but a moderate salt level of 1.18 g per 100 g. The formulation includes additives such as modified maize starch, rapeseed oil, flavourings and a paprika extract colour (E160c), which contribute to its processed nature while providing a convenient flavor boost for Thai dishes.
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Nutritional Values
Values per 100 g/ml
Comparative Analysis
With 1.2 g protein and only 0.1 g saturated fat per 100 g, this red Thai curry paste offers more protein and less saturated fat than typical ready‑made sauces, though its salt level at 1.18 g/100 g is higher than the average.
Ingredients
INGREDIENTS Water, Red Pepper (12%), Onion, Red Chilli (5%), Lemongrass, Garlic Purée, Modified Maize Starch, Kaffir Lime Leaf, Tamarind Concentrate, Ground Coriander, Salt, Chilli Powder, Coriander Leaf, Colour (Paprika Extract), Rapeseed Oil, Potassium Chloride, Flavourings, Maltodextrin.
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