Sweet Chilli Sauce
What is Sweet Chilli Sauce?
Sweet chilli sauce is a popular condiment made from a blend of chillies, sugar, vinegar, and often garlic and salt. It originates from Southeast Asian cuisine, particularly Thai and Vietnamese, and is typically produced by simmering these ingredients together until thickened.
Is Sweet Chilli Sauce vegan?
Sweet Chilli Sauce is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Sweet Chilli Sauce a major allergen?
Sweet chilli sauce itself is not one of the 14 major allergens.
What is Sweet Chilli Sauce used for?
Manufacturers add sweet chilli sauce primarily for its sweet and spicy flavour profile, acting as a flavour enhancer.
Is Sweet Chilli Sauce safe?
Sweet chilli sauce is not considered a food additive in itself but a composite foodstuff.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add sweet chilli sauce primarily for its sweet and spicy flavour profile, acting as a flavour enhancer. It is commonly used as a dipping sauce for appetisers like spring rolls and tempura, as a glaze for meats and seafood, or as an ingredient in marinades and stir-fries.
Health notes
Sweet chilli sauce is not considered a food additive in itself but a composite foodstuff. Its main health implication relates to its sugar content, which contributes to free sugars in the diet. The NHS advises limiting free sugars, which should not exceed 5% of total dietary energy. High intake of sugar-sweetened foods can contribute to excess calorie intake.
Allergen info
Sweet chilli sauce itself is not one of the 14 major allergens. However, some commercial preparations may contain allergens such as celery or mustard, which would be declared on the ingredients list according to UK law.
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