Fans of Huy Fong’s popularSriracha saucemay notice grocery store shelves are bare amid an ongoing shortage.
Since hitting the market in 1980, Huy Fong’s Sriracha has gained a cult following.
The companysells millions of bottles every year, according toQuartz.
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It’s basically synonymous with Sriracha at this point.
But bottles of the famous sauce are getting harder to find due to production issues.
Luckily, there are lots of versions on the market, and you may even find anew favorite sauce.
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With fresh red Thai chili peppers, this vinegar-forward classic has been sold for years in Thailand.
It’s a more traditional version, so expect a runny, watery texture.
That just means it’s a great complement to seafood or noodles.
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Now, following a major falling out and a lawsuit,Underwood Ranches is making its own Sriracha.
Sky Valley Sriracha Sauce
Plant-based and gluten-free,this Srirachahas a fiery, rich and bold flavor.
(It’s also available in a green Sriracha flavor!)
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Polar Sriracha Chili Sauce
Here’s another authentic Srirachathat’s made in Thailand.
This one has a vinegary heat that brings to mind Tabasco sauce for some.
Fresh and bright,Serious Eatsranked this asthe number one Sriracha.
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“Definitely better than most of the grocery store knockoffs.”
Kikkoman Sriracha Hot Chili Sauce
Kikkoman’s versionhas pretty rave reviews online.
“The best on the market.
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We have tried so many,“says one online review.
“Perfect amount of spice for any Asian dish.
A little goes a long way.
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“Another reviewer likedit slightly more than the rooster sauce in a taste test.
Snatch it up if you see it at the grocery store.
It’s in short supply, too.
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One reviewer gave it asolid six out of 10on the spiciness scale.
“I can literally drink this stuff it’s that good!
“says one reviewer.
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(Jury’s out on that one.
“Without a doubt our family’s favorite hot sauce!
“one reviewer writes.
