Uni-Eagle Sriracha Hot Chili Sauce — OKAY

Munch or Dump rates Uni-Eagle Sriracha Hot Chili Sauce by Uni-Eagle OKAY — score 58/90.

Mostly real chili and garlic, but added sugar plus a synthetic preservative and stabilizer keep it from being clean. Used in small amounts, it's a fine condiment.

Why this verdict

• Led by 56% real chili plus garlic
• Added sugar sits high on the list and drives all the carbs
• Contains a synthetic preservative (potassium sorbate)
• Xanthan gum added as a stabilizer
• Short list, used in small amounts, so impact is limited

Ingredients (7)

• Chili (56%) (safe) — Real chili peppers, the dominant ingredient. Capsaicin, vitamins, antioxidants.
• GARLIC (safe) — Real aromatic. Whole food.
• Sugar (moderate) — Added for sweetness, can contribute to calorie content.
• Salt (moderate) — Used in moderation, might exceed necessary amount.
• DISTILLED VINEGAR (safe) — Acid for tang and preservation.
• Potassium sorbate (E202) (moderate) — Synthetic preservative to stop mold and yeast; low toxicity but it's a shelf-life additive.
• Xanthan Gum (E415) (moderate) — Thickener/stabilizer to keep the sauce from separating; generally well tolerated.

Healthier alternatives

• Tabasco Original Red Pepper Sauce
• Crystal Louisiana Hot Sauce Red Pepper
• Tabasco Original Red Pepper Hot Sauce
• Cholula Salsa Picante Original
• Dank Sauce (Spicy Nopal Cactus)