Red Curry Sauce

If you’ve been on the search for a different way to upgrade your meals and snacks, this red curry sauce is what you’re looking for! Slightly sweet, with a touch of heat, this sauce takes mere minutes to make but is sure to elevate any dish you serve it with.

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What is Red Curry Sauce?

This sauce is a yogurt-based sauce that incorporates citrus, coconut milk, honey, and ginger as well as red curry paste. It’s creamy and complex, with a bit of a spicy kick. 

You can use this simple sauce on anything from proteins to vegetables and it’s a fabulous dip, too!

Ingredients

You’re just six ingredients away from an absolutely amazing sauce.

  • Plain Yogurt – Full-fat yogurt is the best option for this sauce. 
  • Light Coconut Milk – This helps to achieve just the right consistency. 
  • Red Curry Paste – Curry gives the sauce its signature flavor and color. 
  • Lime Juice – Acidity helps to balance out the flavors. Freshly squeezed lime juice will give it the best flavor. 
  • Honey – Honey gives the curry sauce a bit of sweetness. 
  • Fresh Ginger Micrograted – Ginger adds a bit of earthy spiciness.

Variations

Use this sauce as a base, then try these variations, or get creative with your own add-ins! 

  • Nuttiness – Add a dollop of peanut butter or tahini for a nutty sauce. 
  • Heat – Pour in some Sriracha, hot sauce, or cayenne pepper powder.
  • Herbs – Stir in fresh herbs like basil, cilantro, or mint. 
  • Avocado – Blend the sauce with avocado for an even creamier version. 
  • Spices – Sprinkle in turmeric, ground ginger, or garlic powder. 
  • Citrus – Switch up the citrus and use lemon juice instead. Or, for a more concentrated lime flavor, add lime zest.

What To Serve With Red Curry Sauce

This sauce is a great dip for fresh vegetables, pita, and naan. Or you can serve it with appetizers like zucchini friesvegetable spring rolls, or even mozzarella sticks

This sauce is also a great way to upgrade roasted vegetables and it goes with all sorts of proteins from beef and chicken to pork and seafood

How to Make Red Curry Sauce

You can whip this sauce up in a matter of minutes! 

  1. Combine. Place all six ingredients in a small bowl and stir until completely combined. 
  2. Serve or store. Serve immediately or transfer to an airtight container and place it in the refrigerator. 

Storage and Freezing

You can easily store this red curry sauce in the fridge or freezer. Just be sure to stir it up before serving.

How to Store This Sauce

Transfer the sauce to an airtight container and store for up to 5 days.

Can I Freeze Red Curry Sauce?

Freeze the sauce for up to 3 months in a freezer-safe container. Allow it to thaw in the fridge overnight.

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Red Curry Sauce

4.13 from 16 votes
Slightly sweet, with a touch of heat, this red curry sauce takes mere minutes to make but is sure to elevate any dish you serve it with.!
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Servings: 1 cup

Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Combine all ingredients in a bowl and whisk until blended. Refrigerate until ready to use. 
  • If you’ve tried this recipe, come back and let us know how it was! 

Nutrition

Calories: 195 kcal, Carbohydrates: 24 g, Protein: 6 g, Fat: 8 g, Saturated Fat: 6 g, Cholesterol: 22 mg, Sodium: 117 mg, Potassium: 263 mg, Sugar: 20 g, Vitamin A: 325 IU, Vitamin C: 9.8 mg, Calcium: 206 mg
Author: Chef Jessica Anne
Calories: 195
Course: Condiment
Cuisine: Thai
Keyword: coconut curry sauce, curry dipping sauce, curry sauce
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About the Author

Chef Jessica Anne Formicola

Jessica the mom, wife and chef behind Savory Experiments. You might see her on the Emmy- nominated TV show Plate It! or on bookshelves as a cookbook author. Jessica is a Le Cordon Bleu certified recipe developer and regularly contributed to Parade, Better Homes & Gardens, The Daily Meal, Mashed and more!

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Questions and Reviews

  1. 4 stars
    Several of the Green Curry Pastes I have purchased say on the label that the paste should not be eaten unless cooked. (paraphrased) Are we OK with this or should I heat the paste for a few minutes before blending in?

    1. Hi Kirby! I’ve never seen that interesting. You can do whatever makes you comfortable. I do not heat mine.