“The more capsaicin in the pepper, the more the heat gets turned up.”
The world of red peppers is as vibrant and diverse as their hues, which range from the deepest reds to the fieriest oranges. These peppers not only add a pop of color to our plates but also bring a spectrum of flavors and heat levels, each with its unique culinary role. Common red pepper varieties include:
The extra ingredients used in sriracha dilutes the sauce which makes it slightly less spicy than the chili-based sambal oelek. Sriracha tends to be sweeter with a hint of garlic whereas, all you can taste in sambal oelek is the rich chili and vinegar flavor.