Thai Red Curry Paste vs Bold Thai Red Paste
Overall, Bold Thai Red Paste has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 3 of our comparison points versus 1.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Thai Red Curry Paste | Bold Thai Red Paste |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | — | c |
| NOVA group | 4 | 4 |
| Calories | 173 kcal | 95 kcal |
| Fat | 13.8 g | 5.6 g |
| Saturated fat | 1 g | 0.7 g |
| Sugars | 5.1 g | 5.8 g |
| Salt | — | 2.3 g |
| Fiber | — | 4.9 g |
| Protein | 1.8 g | 1.7 g |
| Additives | 2 | 0 |
| Allergens | None listed | Crustaceans |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Bold Thai Red Paste has 45% fewer calories (95 kcal vs 173 kcal).
- Bold Thai Red Paste has 59% less fat (5.6 g vs 13.8 g).
- Bold Thai Red Paste has 30% less saturated fat (0.7 g vs 1 g).
- Thai Red Curry Paste has 12% less sugar (5.1 g vs 5.8 g).
- Only Bold Thai Red Paste lists: Crustaceans.
Ingredients
Thai Red Curry Paste
water, rapeseed oil, red chillies, salt, sugar, garlic, lemongrass, shallots, galangal, spices, coriander seed, cumin, cardamom, turmeric, kaffir lime leaves, acidity regulator, citric acid, stabiliser, xanthan gum
Bold Thai Red Paste
Water, lemongrass (22%), galangal (11%), onion, garlic (7%), rice bran oil, dried red chilli (4%), sugar, red chilli (3%), shrimp paste (2%) (shrimp (crustacean), salt), salt, makrut lime peel, coriander powder, makrut lime leaf, modified tapioca starch, acidity regulator (citric acid) ALLERGY ADVICE: For allergens see ingredients in bold. May contain sesame.
FAQ
Which is healthier: Thai Red Curry Paste or Bold Thai Red Paste?
Overall, Bold Thai Red 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?
Bold Thai Red Paste has fewer calories: 95 kcal versus 173 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Thai Red Curry Paste has less sugar: 5.1 g versus 5.8 g per 100 g.