Is Hot sauce / vinegar good for you?
Hot sauce / vinegar is a condiment. It has about 2 g net carbs and 1 g protein per 100 g. Here's how Susta judges it — and why the answer changes with your goal.
Hot sauce / vinegar: verdict by goal
The details
Blood sugar: Vinegar-and-chili hot sauces are basically carb-free, and a spiced vinegar dip (sukang may sili) is the perfect no-sugar sidekick to Filipino grilled dishes. (Sweet chili/sriracha have some sugar — go easy.)
How to choose: Vinegar + chili + salt; watch sugar in sweet-chili types.
How to use it: Spiced vinegar dip for grilled fish/pork.
How to store: Pantry or fridge.
Sensible portion: as needed, daily
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