Thai Green Curry Paste vs Thai green curry
Overall, Thai Green Curry Paste has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 5 of our comparison points versus 2.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Thai Green Curry Paste | Thai green curry |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | — | e |
| NOVA group | 3 | 3 |
| Calories | 132 kcal | 385 kcal |
| Fat | 6 g | 27 g |
| Saturated fat | 0.4 g | 24 g |
| Sugars | 12 g | 14 g |
| Salt | 2.2 g | 4.5 g |
| Fiber | 1.3 g | 7.8 g |
| Protein | 1.9 g | 5.5 g |
| Additives | 1 | 1 |
| Allergens | None listed | None listed |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Thai Green Curry Paste has 66% fewer calories (132 kcal vs 385 kcal).
- Thai Green Curry Paste has 78% less fat (6 g vs 27 g).
- Thai Green Curry Paste has 98% less saturated fat (0.4 g vs 24 g).
- Thai Green Curry Paste has 14% less sugar (12 g vs 14 g).
- Thai Green Curry Paste has 52% less salt (2.2 g vs 4.5 g).
- Thai green curry has 83% more fiber (7.8 g vs 1.3 g).
- Thai green curry has 65% more protein (5.5 g vs 1.9 g).
Ingredients
Thai Green Curry Paste
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.
Thai green curry
Coconut Cream, Garlic (10%), Palm Sugar, Shallot (9%), Green Chillies (9%), Lemongrass (6%), Galangal (5%), Yeast Extract Powder, Sweet Basil (2%), Salt, Lime Peel (2%), Coriander Seeds, Sugar, White Pepper, Turmeric, Antioxidant (E306).
FAQ
Which is healthier: Thai Green Curry Paste or Thai green curry?
Overall, Thai Green Curry Paste has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. We compare Nutri-Score, processing level and seven nutrients per 100 g. Your own needs (for example low sugar or high protein) may make a different choice better for you.
Which has fewer calories?
Thai Green Curry Paste has fewer calories: 132 kcal versus 385 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Thai Green Curry Paste has less sugar: 12 g versus 14 g per 100 g.