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Khao soi paste is harder to find than standard Thai curry pastes, so a Thai grocer or an online order is the more reliable route.
Which aisle is khao soi paste in?
Mainstream UK supermarkets rarely stock khao soi paste specifically, though red curry paste is common in the world food aisle. Thai grocers keep khao soi paste with other curry pastes.
Where to look, supermarket by supermarket
- Thai grocers. Jarred, near red and green curry pastes.
- Mainstream supermarkets stock red curry paste instead, which works as a base with added curry powder.
Aisle numbers move between branches, so use the section as your guide.
Is khao soi paste sold in Tesco?
Not usually under that name. Tesco stocks Thai red curry paste, which can be used with added curry powder as a substitute.
What to ask a member of staff
Ask for khao soi paste or Northern Thai curry paste, since asking simply for curry paste may get you the more common red or green versions.
Asian supermarkets
A Thai grocer is the most reliable source, and more likely to stock khao soi paste specifically.
Buying it online
Online is a good option given how specialist this ingredient is, and a jar keeps for a long time.
Storing it
Keep the jar in the fridge once opened, where it keeps for a few months.
Frequently asked questions
Can I use red curry paste instead of khao soi paste?
Yes, mixed with a little extra curry powder, it gets reasonably close to the flavour of proper khao soi paste.
Is khao soi paste very spicy?
Milder than standard red curry paste in most brands, since khao soi itself is a relatively mild curry.
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- Khao soi curry paste. The base for a proper Northern Thai curry broth.
