A Sriracha shortage has spice lovers scrambling to find bottles. The shortage stems from the chili peppers used to make Sriracha. Red jalapenos grown in Mexico are the key ingredient to this popular hot sauce. Last year's drought crippled the crop. Producers are cranking the sauce out once again, but there is still an unprecedented demand.
About Sriracha
The sauce originated in Thailand in the 1940's. It has since gained fame worldwide. In the United States, Huy Fong Foods is the primary producer. Sriracha has a range of uses but is famously incorporated into sauces. Add mayo for a spicy dip. The combination is often used on rolls in sushi restaurants. In addition, the sauce is commonly infused in butter.
Restaurants all over the country incorporate Sriracha into menu items and sauces. Blue Diamond even makes Sriracha flavored almonds. It used to be everywhere. However, now, it's like going on a treasure hunt to find.
The Sriracha shortage has spice lovers scrambling to find bottles. If you come accross a retailer that still has a supply, it's likely they have placed limits on how many bottles you can buy. Do you have the hot sauce blues like me? I can't imagine a bowl of Pho without it. Buy it if you see it. But please don't horde it.
