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Spicy exchange / 2023

10 Sriracha alternatives ranked from worst to best (#1 will surprise you!)

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What's wrong with Huy Fong?

Nothing... that's the problem! There has been a shortage of the #1 Sriracha on the market for more than a year, and people are scrambling to find alternatives. We've ranked 10 options from worst to best.

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Food Club Sriracha is the worst alternative to Huy Fong Sriracha that I have tried. It lacks the perfect balance of sugar and vinegar that makes the classic Sriracha from Huy Fong so satisfying.

#10 Food Club Sriracha (WORST)

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#9 Roland Sriracha Chili Sauce

The downfall of this sauce lies in its overpowering saltiness. Unlike being excessively vinegary or acidic, the prominent flavor here is salt.

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Its flavor lacks the same depth that makes Huy Fong Sriracha so remarkable, and the distinct garlic notes prominent in Huy Fong Sriracha are less noticeable in Tabasco’s version.

#8 Tabasco Sriracha

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#7 Melinda's Sriracha Wing Sauce

While it shares a similar level of heat and garlickiness, it is almost overwhelmingly bright and vinegary, failing to deliver the same balance and flavor complexity as Huy Fong.

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This brand strikes a peculiar balance between extreme saltiness and sweetness. The garlic flavor is more subtle, making its presence known a bit later in the taste experience

#6 Ox Brand Sriracha

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#5 Badia Sriracha

Badia Sriracha distinguishes itself by incorporating red habanero and cayenne peppers instead of red jalapeños, resulting in a noticeably different flavor and heat profile. The absence of the  sweetness  of sriracha results in a sharper overall flavor.

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In terms of flavor, it captures a taste profile that is closer to Huy Fong than many other alternatives. However, it is worth noting that this particular brand is remarkably salty.

#4 Trader Joe's Sriracha

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#3 Yellowbird Blue Agave Sriracha

One notable aspect of this alternative is its well-balanced flavor profile, striking a harmonious blend of sweetness, saltiness, and vinegar. However, it still differs noticeably from Huy Fong Sriracha.

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Yellowbird Jalapeño Condiment exhibits a slightly more pronounced sourness than Huy Fong Sriracha and is less sweet overall, but it offers a well-rounded flavor profile, making it a versatile and enjoyable option in dishes where you usually add Huy Fong.

#2 Yellowbird Jalapeño Condiment

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#1 Weak Knees Gochujang Sriracha (BEST!)

While it may not match the typical Sriracha taste, Weak Knees Gochujang Sriracha offers a delightful and uniquely Korean-inspired flavor experience.

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