Herbs & Spices
Curry Leaf
97Health
Score
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Curry leaf is an aromatic South Indian leaf tempered in hot oil, supplying iron and calcium plus antioxidant carbazole alkaloids.
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Why Curry Leaf scores 97
Nutrient density35
Protein quality8
Fiber content10
Healthy fats5
Bioactive compounds14
Glycemic impact10
Top nutrients
Manganese173.9Iron94.4Calcium63.8Potassium31.9Magnesium28.6
Nutrition
per_100g
300
Calories
8g
Protein
58g
Carbs
6g
Fat
25g
Fiber
Health benefits
Provides antioxidant protection
limited evidenceCarbazole alkaloids including mahanimbine and koenigine scavenge free radicals and inhibit lipid peroxidation
Supports healthy lipid and glucose metabolism
limited evidenceCarbazole alkaloids have shown lipid-lowering and glucose-modulating effects in animal studies
Contributes iron and calcium
limited evidenceThe leaf supplies non-heme iron and calcium that support oxygen transport and bone health
Pairs well with
- ·Pair with mustard seeds and ghee in a tempering because hot fat blooms the curry leaf's aromatic oils
- ·Combine with lentils and dal because the nutty citrus note lifts simple legume dishes
- ·Use with coconut and chili in South Indian chutneys because they balance its peppery fragrance
Practical tips
- ·Best timing: anytime
- ·Always temper the leaves in hot oil at the start of cooking to unlock the aroma
- ·Crush the leaves gently between your fingers first to wake up the oils
- ·Store dried leaves airtight away from light, as they lose potency faster than most spices
