Hot sauce and chili sauce, though both based on chilies, offer distinct characteristics and uses. Commercial hot sauces are thin and vinegary, adding heat to dishes and typically available in various brand options ranging from mild to extremely spicy. In contrast, chili sauces tend to be thicker and milder, often featuring sweeter profiles or tomato bases. They are versatile, used in cooking or as accompaniments, with popular types including Sriracha and sambal oelek. Each has its place in culinary applications, emphasizing the importance of choosing the right sauce for the intended dish.
Commercial hot sauces are generally thin, vinegary bottled condiments made with various chilies and spices, used sparingly to add a fiery kick.
Chili sauces, typically thicker and milder, come in many varieties and can be used in recipes or as condiments, often sweeter than hot sauces.
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