Coconut Curry Sauce
What is Coconut Curry Sauce?
Coconut curry sauce is a prepared food product made primarily from coconut milk, a blend of curry spices (such as turmeric, cumin, coriander, and ginger), and often other aromatics like garlic and onion. It is a creamy, flavorful liquid used as a base or accompaniment for various dishes. The specific ingredients and spice blend can vary widely depending on regional culinary traditions and manufacturer.
Is Coconut Curry Sauce a major allergen?
Coconut is considered a tree nut by the FDA for labeling purposes.
What is Coconut Curry Sauce used for?
Manufacturers add coconut curry sauce to dishes primarily for its distinctive flavor and creamy texture.
Is Coconut Curry Sauce safe?
Coconut curry sauce is a prepared food product, not a single food additive, and therefore is not individually evaluated by regulatory bodies like the FDA, JECFA, or EFSA for safety as an additive.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add coconut curry sauce to dishes primarily for its distinctive flavor and creamy texture. It is commonly used as a sauce for poultry, meat, or vegetable-based meals, often found in frozen dinners and entrees. It serves as a convenient way to impart a rich, aromatic curry profile to prepared foods.
Health notes
Coconut curry sauce is a prepared food product, not a single food additive, and therefore is not individually evaluated by regulatory bodies like the FDA, JECFA, or EFSA for safety as an additive. Its nutritional content, including fat, sodium, and calories, will vary significantly depending on the specific recipe and ingredients used. Consumers should review the ingredient list and nutrition facts panel of specific products for detailed information.
Allergen info
Coconut is considered a tree nut by the FDA for labeling purposes. Depending on the specific formulation, coconut curry sauce may also contain other major allergens such as soy, peanuts, or fish (e.g., fish sauce).
Foods that contain Coconut Curry Sauce
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Jagpreet Enterprises
Chicken Coconut Curry With Mango With Naan Bread & Basmati Rice Tender White Chicken In A Creamy Spiced Coconut Sauce, Chicken Coconut Curry With Mango
High in sodium — 38% DV per serving
High in cholesterol — 28% DV per serving
133kcal
11.8Protein
2.8Fat
14.9Carbs
The Kroger Co.
Thai Coconut Curry Chicken
High in sodium — 34% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving
148kcal
14.8Protein
6.3Fat
7.8Carbs
Jagpreet Enterprises
Chicken Meatball Curry With Naan Bread & Basmati Rice, Chicken Meatball
High in sodium — 33% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving
High in cholesterol — 25% DV per serving
151kcal
7.1Protein
6.7Fat
15.7Carbs
Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.
Chicken & Coconut Curry White Chicken Meat, Sweet Potatoes, Riced Cauliflower, Riced Broccoli, Onions And Tomatoes In A Coconut Curry Sauce, Chicken & Coconut Curry
High in sodium — 20% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving
78kcal
6.0Protein
2.8Fat
7.4Carbs
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