Maya Kaimal Spicy Vindaloo Indian Simmer Sauce
Why It Scored This Way
A mixed nutrition profile and more processed formulation give this product some useful qualities, but also meaningful limitations.
- No added sugar
- Moderate sodium
- Low protein
Verdict
Maya Kaimal Indian Simmer Sauce, Spicy Vindaloo is a prepared sauce base for adding heat and depth to plant-based meals. Its main strength is a clean profile without added sugars, while its main tradeoff is a more formulated composition. Overall, it is a convenient way to introduce complex Indian flavors to a home-cooked dish.
How to Use This
Best included occasionally, a few times per month, within a balanced diet and in controlled portions. Use it to simmer a hearty mix of chickpeas, cauliflower, and potatoes served over brown rice.
Nutrition Overview
The nutrition panel shows a relatively low calorie count and moderate sodium levels per serving. It offers very little protein or fiber, reflecting its role as a flavoring agent rather than a primary nutrient source.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 35 | Per serving |
| Total Fat | 4g | 5% |
| Saturated Fat | 1.5g | 8% |
| Trans Fat | 0g | — |
| Sodium | 210mg | 9% |
| Total Carbs | 4g | 1% |
| Dietary Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Total Sugars | 2g | — |
| Added Sugars | 0g | 0% |
| Protein | 1g | — |
| Vitamin D | 0mcg | 0% |
| Calcium | 16mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 41mg | 0% |
Ingredient Analysis
The formulation begins with a base of onion, tomato paste, and coconut cream. The inclusion of safflower oil and tapioca starch provides the thickened consistency and shelf-stability common in prepared simmer sauces.
Ingredients
Water, Onion, Tomato Paste (Fresh Vine-Ripened Tomatoes), Coconut Cream (Extracted Coconut, Water), Organic Apple Cider Vinegar, Safflower Oil, Spices (including Turmeric), Serrano Chili, Ginger, Sea Salt, Garlic, Organic Tapioca Starch, Tamarind Fruit, Brown Mustard Seeds.
