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Thai Green Curry Paste

Thai green curry paste is a concentrated seasoning blend typically made from green chilies, garlic, lemongrass, galangal, shallots, and spices, sometimes with shrimp paste. It is used in small amounts to add heat, aroma, and savory flavor to curries and other dishes.

Beneficial properties

flavor-dense seasoning contains aromatic herbs and spices source of phytochemicals from chilies and herbs can enhance palatability typically low in calories per serving

Nutritional highlights

It provides small amounts of vitamin C and carotenoid compounds from green chilies, along with trace minerals and plant compounds from herbs, spices, and aromatics.

Caution. Some varieties are high in sodium and may contain shrimp or fish ingredients, which can be a concern for people with shellfish or fish allergies and for those limiting sodium.

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