Asian Chili Sauce

Sauce And CondimentSauceChileSpicyGarlickyTangySavorySlightly SweetUmami

Nutrition (per 100 g)

Calories: 93
Protein (g): 1.2
Fat (g): 0.4
Carbs (g): 21.7
Fiber (g): 1.6
Sodium (mg): 1670

Values vary by brand and style; sweet versions carry more sugar while paste-style sauces are thicker and saltier.

Storage

Room temp: up to 365 days
Refrigerated: up to 180 days
Frozen: up to 0 days

Asian chili sauce is a thick, red pepper-based condiment. It ranges from garlic-forward to subtly sweet, with bright, lingering heat that clings to food. Cooks use it to dip, stir-fry, glaze, and dress noodles, and it’s sold as smooth squeeze-bottle sauces or coarse chili pastes.

It developed across East and Southeast Asia, with notable styles in Thailand, Vietnam, China, and Indonesia. Common versions grind ripe chilies with garlic, salt, vinegar, and sugar; some regional recipes include shrimp paste or fish sauce.