Golden, warm, and gently fragrant — Mekhala’s Organic Thai Yellow Curry Paste is built for those who love flavour without the fire. Stone-ground in small batches in Chiang Mai using organic turmeric, lemongrass, and galangal, this is the most approachable curry paste in our range. No fish sauce. No MSG. No artificial anything. The family curry you’ll make every single week.
$7.99
Free from: Fish sauce · Shrimp paste · Gluten · Nuts · MSG · Artificial additives · Added sugar · Dairy · Eggs
ABOUT THIS PRODUCT
Mekhala’s Organic Thai Yellow Curry Paste is anchored by a single star: organic turmeric — the rhizome that gives this paste its deep, golden-amber colour and warm, earthy, slightly sweet flavour. Alongside it, lemongrass contributes its characteristic fresh, citrusy lift, and galangal — the piney, peppery cousin of ginger — adds depth and a hint of warmth without any sharp heat. These three aromatics are stone-ground together with organic shallots, garlic, lime juice, a mild dried chilli, cumin, coriander seeds, fennel seeds, and Himalayan pink salt.
The result is a curry paste with a flavour profile that is fundamentally different from red or green: it is mellow, golden, and warming — a curry built on spice rather than chilli heat. This makes it the ideal entry point for children discovering Thai food, for guests with low spice tolerance, and for weeknight meals when you want complexity without intensity. It is also one of the most versatile pastes in the Mekhala range, working beautifully with lentils, chickpeas, root vegetables, and fish as well as the more typical chicken or tofu.
Like all Mekhala pastes, this contains no fish sauce, no shrimp paste, no preservatives, and no artificial additives. Every ingredient carries USDA Organic certification. It is made in small batches at Mekhala’s own production facility in Chiang Mai by a female-led team — many of them women from the Burmese Shan community — and packaged in a reusable glass jar that preserves flavour and eliminates plastic waste.
Mekhala was co-founded by Daphne Hedley and Diane Wong, both raised in Singapore — a city whose multicultural food culture deeply shaped their approach. Their mission: make authentic Asian cooking accessible to anyone, anywhere, without compromising on quality, ethics, or the environment.
SIMPLE TO MAKE
The golden rule: always fry the paste first. That 60-second step in coconut cream is what transforms the turmeric and cumin from raw spice into something deep and aromatic. Don’t skip it.
Add 1–2 tablespoons of Mekhala Yellow Curry Paste to a pan or wok with 2–3 tablespoons of coconut cream over medium heat. Fry for 60–90 seconds, stirring constantly, until golden, fragrant, and slightly darkened. This step blooms the turmeric and unlocks the full aroma of the cumin and lemongrass.
1–2 tbsp paste + 3 tbsp coconut creamAdd your chosen protein or vegetables — chickpeas, sweet potato, chicken thighs, cauliflower, and carrot all work beautifully. Pour in a full can of coconut milk and a splash of vegetable stock if needed. Simmer gently for 12–15 minutes until everything is tender and golden.
1 can coconut milk · 2–4 servingsServe over jasmine rice or with warm roti. Finish with a squeeze of lime, a scattering of fresh coriander, and a drizzle of coconut cream. For extra sweetness and depth, add a small spoonful of coconut sugar to taste. Golden, creamy, and completely effortless.
Ready in under 20 minutesWHAT’s INSIDE
Every ingredient is USDA Certified Organic. No fillers. No synthetic additives. No artificial preservatives.
Please verify the current label for the most accurate and up-to-date ingredient information.
NUTRITION FACTS
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 1 teaspoon (6g)
Servings per container: 17
VERSATILITY
Fry with coconut cream, add chickpeas, sweet potato or chicken, pour in coconut milk, and simmer until golden and creamy. Ready in 20 minutes.
Mix 2 tbsp paste with olive oil and a squeeze of lime. Marinate chicken, fish, or tofu for 30 minutes before roasting or grilling for beautiful golden colour and deep flavor.
Fry 1–2 tbsp paste with diced onion, add red lentils and vegetable stock, and simmer for 25 minutes. A nourishing, anti-inflammatory bowl in under 30 minutes.
Toss cauliflower florets or whole chickpeas in paste mixed with coconut oil. Roast at 200°C / 400°F for 25 minutes for a deeply golden, fragrant side dish.
Stir 1 tsp of paste into the cooking water for basmati rice. The turmeric infuses the grains with golden colour and subtle warmth — a beautiful, effortless side dish.
Simmer 1 tbsp paste in vegetable broth with coconut milk, diced butternut squash, and a can of coconut cream for a silky, golden soup that feels deeply warming and nourishing.
COMPLETE YOUR DISH
Yellow curry’s warm, earthy sweetness pairs especially well with creamy, naturally sweet ingredients. Here are the best accompaniments:
EXPLORE THE RANGE
Not sure which paste is right for you? Each Mekhala curry paste is made from the same organic, vegan, gluten-free base — the difference is in the personality. Here’s how they compare..
| Feature | 🔴 Red Curry | 🟢 Green Curry | 🟡 Yellow Curry |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spice Level | 🌶️🌶️🌶️ Medium | 🌶️🌶️🌶️ Hot | 🌶️🌶️🌶️ Mild |
| Flavour Profile | Warming, bold, slightly smoky with citrus lift | Fresh, bright, herbaceous and aromatic | Mild, earthy, creamy and gently sweet |
| Key Aromatics | Dried red chilli, galangal, lemongrass | Fresh green chilli, kaffir lime leaf, Thai basil | Turmeric, cumin, coriander, mild chilli |
| Best Protein Pairing | Tofu, chicken thigh, pork, tiger prawns | Prawns, fish, tofu, chicken breast | Chicken, chickpeas, cauliflower, potato |
| Best Vegetable Pairing | Sweet potato, mushroom, spinach, carrot | Aubergine, baby corn, mangetout, courgette | Butternut squash, potato, pea, broccoli |
| Best Used For | Curry, marinade, stir-fry, roasted veg | Curry, noodle soup, seafood dishes | Curry, satay-style sauce, family meals |
| Ideal For | Everyday use · Most versatile | Spice lovers · Seafood fans | Spice-sensitive · Kids & families |
All Mekhala curry pastes are USDA Certified Organic, 100% vegan, gluten-free, nut-free, and free from fish sauce, MSG, and artificial additives.
CUSTOMER REVIEWS
Finally — a curry my whole family will eat!
I’ve tried so many curry pastes but they’re always too spicy for my kids. This yellow curry paste is beautifully mild, deeply flavourful, and even my fussiest eater asked for seconds. Will be buying this regularly.
The turmeric flavour is incredible
You can really taste the quality of the turmeric — warm, earthy, and deeply aromatic. Far better than anything else I’ve tried from a jar. The fact that it’s organic and vegan is a huge bonus.
Authentic and honest ingredients
Love that there’s no fish sauce hidden in this — it’s genuinely vegan. The yellow curry came out beautifully golden and fragrant. I used it with chickpeas, potatoes, and coconut milk and it was absolutely stunning.
Great base for so many dishes
Not just for curry! I’ve used this as a marinade for roasted cauliflower, stirred it into a lentil soup, and even used it to season roasted chickpeas. So versatile and every single dish has been delicious.
My weeknight secret weapon
This is my weeknight secret weapon. A tablespoon of paste, a can of coconut milk, some sweet potato and chickpeas — dinner is on the table in 20 minutes and tastes like it took hours.
Quality you can see and taste
Open the jar and the colour is this beautiful deep golden-yellow — you can tell instantly there’s real turmeric in here. The flavour matches. Genuinely one of the best store-bought pastes I’ve tried.
My go-to for Sunday meal prep
I make a big batch of yellow curry on Sundays and eat it throughout the week. It keeps beautifully and the flavour actually deepens after a day or two. The glass jar is a lovely touch — so easy to refrigerate.
Warm and gently spiced — just right
I have a low spice tolerance and this is perfect for me. It has real depth of flavour — the turmeric, cumin, and lemongrass all come through beautifully — but without any harsh heat.
Delicious, but small jar for the price
Absolutely delicious and the ingredient list is excellent — all organic, no nasty additives. My only note is that the jar is small and the price per ounce is higher than conventional brands. That said, the quality justifies it and a little genuinely goes a long way.
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RETAIL
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