Thai food is famous for balancing sweet, spicy, sour, salty and savory flavors — and much of that character comes from the sauces served with or added to each dish.
From fiery Sriracha to sweet chili sauce, Thai sauces have moved far beyond Thai restaurants. Today, they are used as dipping sauces, marinades, cooking sauces and condiments in kitchens around the world.
Here are five versatile Thai sauces and some of the best ways to enjoy them.
1. Sriracha Chili Sauce
Sriracha has become one of the world’s most recognizable Thai sauces. It combines chili heat with tanginess and a touch of sweetness, which makes it easy to pair with many foods.
For example, you can drizzle Sriracha over fried rice, noodles or eggs. In addition, it works well with grilled chicken, seafood, burgers and fried foods.
You can also mix it into marinades or use it as a dipping sauce. As a result, one bottle can add a Thai-style spicy kick to many everyday meals.
2. Sweet Chili Sauce
If Sriracha brings the heat, sweet chili sauce offers a milder alternative.
The combination of sweetness and gentle chili heat makes it especially easy to enjoy. For instance, it pairs beautifully with spring rolls, fried chicken, grilled seafood, vegetables and crispy snacks.
Moreover, its mild flavor makes it a good introduction to Thai sauces for consumers who don’t usually eat very spicy food.
3. Thai Seafood Sauce
Thai seafood sauce, often known as nam jim seafood, delivers a completely different experience. Chili and garlic combine with sour and salty notes to create a fresh, punchy flavor.
Naturally, it tastes great with grilled prawns, fish, squid and shellfish. However, you don’t need to limit it to seafood. Try it with grilled meat, hot pot or other dishes that need a bright and spicy boost.
4. Sriracha Mayo Sauce
For a creamier option, Sriracha mayo combines the spicy character of Sriracha with smooth mayonnaise.
Therefore, it offers plenty of flavor without the stronger heat of traditional Sriracha. It works particularly well with sushi, burgers, sandwiches, fries, fried chicken and seafood.
Furthermore, you can use it as a dipping sauce or dressing. This versatility makes Sriracha mayo especially suitable for modern fusion-style food.
5. Sriracha BBQ Sauce
Sriracha BBQ sauce takes familiar barbecue flavors and adds a Thai-inspired chili kick.
The combination of sweet, smoky, savory and spicy notes works especially well with grilled chicken, pork, beef and vegetables.
You can use it as a marinade before grilling. Alternatively, brush it onto food as a glaze or simply serve it on the side as a dipping sauce.
Thai Sauces Aren’t Just for Thai Food
One major reason for the international popularity of Thai sauces is their versatility.
You don’t need to cook a traditional Thai meal to enjoy them. For example, Sriracha can spice up a burger, while sweet chili sauce works beautifully with fried chicken. Meanwhile, Sriracha mayo adds creamy heat to sushi and sandwiches.
In other words, Thai sauces make it easy to explore Thai flavors without changing the way you normally cook.
This versatility also creates opportunities for supermarkets, Asian grocery stores, restaurants and food-service businesses. Consumers can discover authentic Thai flavors while using the sauces with foods they already know and enjoy.
Discover Thai Sauces from Thailand
At be™, our Thai sauce range is made in Thailand with authentic Thai-inspired flavor profiles.
The collection includes:
Sriracha Chili Sauce · Sweet Chili Sauce · Thai Seafood Sauce · Sriracha Mayo Sauce · Sriracha BBQ Sauce
All five varieties are MSG-free and gluten-free and are available in convenient 455 ml bottles.
For international importers, distributors, retailers and food-service buyers, our Thai sauces are available under the be™ brand, as well as for OEM and private label projects.
Whether your customers prefer something spicy, sweet, creamy or smoky, Thai sauces offer an easy way to bring the distinctive flavors of Thailand to everyday food.
Looking for Thai sauces from Thailand? Contact us for product specifications, samples, export pricing or private label information.
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