Sriracha Sauce

Sriracha is a type of hot sauce or chili sauce made from a paste of chili peppers, distilled vinegar, garlic, sugar and salt. It is often called "rooster sauce" because the bottle it comes in has a rooster on the label. It is commonly used as a condiment for sandwiches, soups, and other foods.

Ingredients

Sriracha is made from a blend of chili peppers, garlic, sugar, salt and distilled vinegar. The peppers used to make sriracha can vary, but typically the sauce contains jalapeno, cayenne pepper and other red chili varieties. The garlic and sugar provide a hint of sweetness and depth of flavor while the vinegar helps to balance out the spice.

Nutritional Facts

Sriracha sauce is a low-calorie condiment and does not contain any fat or cholesterol. One tablespoon of sriracha contains 10 calories, with two grams of carbohydrates, one gram of added sugar, and 80 milligrams of sodium. It also contains vitamin A and C and some dietary fiber.