thai paste

Yes. Several pastes list crustacean or shrimp as an ingredient and may note possible traces of fish or other shellfish, so shellfish-related allergen warnings appear on multiple products.

A single paste packet is typically sized to make one medium bowl/pot of curry, which generally serves about 2–4 people.

Product notes commonly include “no MSG added.” Some items are labeled gluten-free or suitable for vegan diets, while others explicitly list shrimp/crustacean content.

Soak a portion of the tamarind in warm water, mash it to release the pulp, then strain the mixture to make a concentrated tamarind liquid for recipes.

For a milder curry, product notes commonly recommend using about half the suggested portion of paste.