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Spicy Thai-style red curry dish
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Red Curry (200 g) has 220 calories. That works out to 110 calories per 100 g. It contains 15.6 g of carbs, 6.4 g of protein, 14.2 g of fat and 2.8 g of fiber. Its 240 µg of Vitamin A covers 27% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 200 g
220
KCAL / 200G
Carbs
15.6g
· 6% DV
Protein
6.4g
· 13% DV
Fat
14.2g
· 18% DV
Fiber
2.8g
· 10% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 29% · Protein 12% · Fat 59%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 220 kcal | |
| Total fat | 14.2 g | 18% |
| Saturated fat | 8.4 g | 42% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 680 mg | 30% |
| Total carbohydrate | 15.6 g | 6% |
| Fiber | 2.8 g | 10% |
| Protein | 6.4 g | 13% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 200 g | 220 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 110 kcal |
| ½ cup (small) | 100 g | 110 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 150 g | 165 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 275 kcal |
| 1.5 cup (large) | 300 g | 330 kcal |
| 1 bottle (jumbo) | 350 g | 385 kcal |
| 2 cup (extra large) | 400 g | 440 kcal |
Calculated from 110 calories per 100 g.
Red curry is a Thai-style dish built around red curry paste, often simmered with coconut milk, vegetables, and a protein such as chicken, tofu, or shrimp. Recipes vary, and some versions use broth or other liquids instead of coconut milk.
Yes, red curry is usually spicy because its paste contains red chilies. The heat varies with the paste and how much is used, so restaurant versions can range from mildly warm to quite hot. Coconut milk often softens the chili’s sharpness.
Red curry gets its color and flavor mainly from red chilies, while green curry uses green chilies and often fresh herbs. Both are commonly cooked with coconut milk, but their aromas and heat levels differ, and neither is always hotter.
To make red curry, briefly fry red curry paste, stir in coconut milk, then simmer it with vegetables and your chosen protein until cooked. Add ingredients according to how long they need to cook, and taste the sauce before adding more paste.
No, red curry does not have to contain coconut milk, but coconut milk gives many Thai-style versions their creamy texture and helps balance the chili heat. Broth can be used instead, though the sauce will taste less rich and have a thinner consistency.
Chicken, shrimp, tofu, and fish all work well in red curry. Choose firm pieces that can simmer without falling apart; add delicate seafood near the end so it cooks through without becoming tough.
Red curry tastes savory, aromatic, and chili-forward, often with creamy coconut notes and a balance of salty, sweet, and tangy flavors. The exact taste depends on the curry paste and additions such as fish sauce, lime, or sugar.
Steamed jasmine rice is a classic side for red curry because it soaks up the sauce and balances its heat. You can also serve it with rice noodles, but plain rice is the usual choice for a Thai-style meal.
Cooked red curry keeps for about 3–4 days in the refrigerator when stored in a covered container. Refrigerate it promptly after it cools, and reheat only the portion you plan to eat until it is hot throughout.
Yes, you can freeze red curry in an airtight, freezer-safe container. Coconut milk sauces may separate slightly after thawing, so reheat the curry gently and stir it well; vegetables may also become softer than they were before freezing.
Vitamins
Vitamin A
240µg · 27% DV
Vitamin C
14mg · 16% DV
Vitamin K
16µg · 13% DV
B1
0.12mg · 10% DV
Minerals
Sodium
680mg · 30% DV
Copper
0.18mg · 20% DV
Manganese
0.26mg · 11% DV
Phosphorus
76mg · 11% DV
Potassium ⭐
360mg · 11% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Red Curry is a Thai dish built around a paste of red chillies and aromatics simmered with coconut milk. It may include vegetables, chicken, meat or seafood, and recipes vary by region and household. The sauce is fragrant and creamy, with heat that depends on the curry paste.
In Thailand it is commonly served with rice as part of a meal; elsewhere, it also pairs well with steamed jasmine rice or another plain grain. Coconut milk gives it much of its richness, while vegetables add fibre. For a lighter bowl, use plenty of vegetables and a more modest amount of coconut milk, adjusting the chilli to your taste.
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
8.4g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.4g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.8g
Omega 6:3 ratio 8.7:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (8.7:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.