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Thai Red Paste
Thai Red Paste by Waitrose provides 93 kcal per 100 g, with 6.1 g of sugars and 1.7 g of protein. That is 57% less sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is C and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the 4 category and comes in a 190g pack. Contains: crustaceans.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Category avg |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 93 kcal | 316 −71% |
| Total fat | 5.4 g | 14.7 −63% |
| Saturated fat | 0.8 g | 8.1 −90% |
| Carbohydrates | 7 g | 39.4 −82% |
| Total sugars | 6.1 g | 14.3 −57% |
| Added sugars | 3.5 g | 20.5 −83% |
| Dietary fiber | 4.4 g | 2.2 +96% |
| Protein | 1.7 g | 5.4 −69% |
| Salt | 2.2 g | 10.3 −79% |
*% Daily Value for 100 g, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 11 4 products on Foodmetria.
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Ingredients
Water, lemongrass (22%), galangal (11%), onion, NUTRI 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:
- Allergens
- Crustaceans
Additives 1
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 190g
- Sold in
- United Kingdom
- Barcode
- 0060260374440
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Thai Red Paste?
Thai Red Paste contains 93 kcal per 100 g.
How much sugar is in Thai Red Paste?
Thai Red Paste has 6.1 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered moderate by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Thai Red Paste healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of C (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Is Thai Red Paste vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does Thai Red Paste contain?
According to the label data it contains: Crustaceans. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated March 28, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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