Sriracha sauce

Sriracha is a cherished hot sauce crafted from chili peppers, vinegar, garlic, sugar, and salt. It is often found in Thai and Vietnamese cuisines, where it serves as a dipping sauce, condiment, and flavorful ingredient in various dishes. There is some debate about the origins of sriracha, with credit given to a Thai woman named Thanom Chakkapak or La Orr Suwanprasop from Si Racha, Thailand.

In Thailand, the traditional version of sriracha, referred to as "sot Siracha" or "nam phrik Siracha" is tangier and more liquid compared to the thicker versions commonly found elsewhere. In the United States, Huy Fong Foods has achieved popularity with its distinctive sriracha, easily recognized by the rooster logo on the bottle. Many restaurants and food companies in the U.S. have embraced sriracha, incorporating it into their dishes. Various versions of the sauce are also available, including aged varieties and unique flavors like whiskey barrel-aged sriracha.

Sriracha has also made a significant impact on popular culture. In 2013, a documentary simply titled "Sriracha" was released, exploring the sauce's origins and production. The sauce has even found its way into songs and music videos, further cementing its place in modern culture.