Red Chili Sauce

Sauce And CondimentSaucePepperChileSpicyTangyGarlickySlightly SweetVinegary

Nutrition (per 100 g)

Calories: 95
Protein (g): 1
Fat (g): 0.5
Carbs (g): 21
Fiber (g): 2
Sodium (mg): 2000

Sweetness and heat vary by brand and chili variety. Sodium levels can be high in bottled sauces.

Storage

Room temp: up to 180 days
Refrigerated: up to 120 days
Frozen: up to 0 days

Red chili sauce is a smooth, vividly red condiment made from red chilies blended with vinegar, garlic, salt, and a touch of sugar. It tastes spicy and tangy with gentle sweetness and a warm garlicky aroma; its viscous body clings to noodles, sandwiches, and fried foods. Cooks use it to finish stir-fries, glaze grilled items, whisk into dressings, and serve as a dipping sauce.

Versions emerged across Southeast and East Asia and later spread worldwide through restaurant and street-food culture. Producers typically cook or ferment peppers with vinegar and seasonings, then purée and pasteurize for a stable sauce; homemade recipes vary by chili type, acidity, and sweetness.