The Science Behind Sriracha

Sriracha is one of the hottest condiments around. In fact, many consumers couldn't imagine a world without Sriracha. Known for its unique spicy, slightly sweet flavor, the chemistry behind this sauce is the focus of a new video created by the American Chemical Society.

Mar 4th, 2014

Sriracha is one of the hottest condiments around. In fact, many consumers couldn't imagine a world without Sriracha. Known for its unique spicy, slightly sweet flavor, the chemistry behind this sauce is the focus of a new video created by the American Chemical Society.

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