Chilli Sauce
Description
Chili sauce is a spicy sauce made from chili peppers combined with other ingredients like tomatoes, vinegar, spices, and sweeteners. It can range from hot to sweet, and its composition varies widely depending on the cuisine and intended use. Some American styles are similar to a spiced ketchup, while Asian versions often feature ingredients like fish sauce, shrimp paste, garlic, and shallots, according to The Spruce Eats.
Common characteristics
Primary ingredient: Chili peppers are the main component.
Flavor profiles: Can be hot, sweet, or a combination of both.
Other ingredients: Common additions include tomatoes, vinegar, garlic, onions, and various spices.
Regional variations: Recipes and styles differ significantly by region, leading to diverse products like American chili sauce, sweet Thai chili sauce, and various Asian pastes.
Types of chili sauce
American-style: Often a tomato-based condiment with a consistency similar to ketchup, sometimes called a "ketchup's elegant cousin".
Sweet Thai chili sauce: A popular condiment made with red chili peppers, vinegar, and sugar or honey. It is often used as a dipping sauce for fried foods.
Asian chili pastes: Typically includes ingredients such as roasted chilies, garlic, shallots, shrimp paste, and fish sauce. Some are oil-based.
American hot sauce: While related, many distinct types of American hot sauce, such as Tabasco and Louisiana Hot Sauce, have their own specific ingredients and histories.
Type
Sauce
