Tiger sauce
40 kcal per 100 g
Category: Spices and Herbs
Nutritional information (per 100 g)
| Calories | 40 kcal |
| Protein | 0.5g |
| Carbohydrates | 5g |
| Sugars | 4g |
| Total fats | 3g |
| Fiber | 0.8g |
| Sodium | 600mg |
Vitamins and minerals
Description
Tiger Sauce is a spicy and flavorful condiment that combines intense flavors and a characteristic smoky touch. Originating from Asian cuisine, particularly popular in Thai and Indonesian cooking, this sauce is ideal for enhancing the flavor of meat, seafood, and vegetable dishes, providing a perfect balance between spicy, sweet, and salty.
Its composition typically includes ingredients such as red chilies, garlic, sugar, vinegar, and smoked spices, which give it a thick texture and a vibrant color. Thanks to its versatility, tiger sauce is perfect for marinating, glazing, or as an accompaniment for breaded and fried foods.
In terms of properties, in addition to its flavor contribution, it is a moderate source of vitamins A and C due to the chilies, and contains natural antioxidants that can aid digestion and stimulate metabolism.
In Latin America, although the term "tiger sauce" is commonly used in fusion cuisine and specialized restaurants, this sauce may have various names such as smoky hot sauce, smoked red chili sauce, or simply tiger chili sauce, maintaining the essence of its flavor profile.