Sriracha: The Spicy Journey

What are the main ingredients of Sriracha sauce?

• Chili Peppers, Vinegar, Garlic, Salt, Honey

• Chili Peppers, Vinegar, Onion, Salt, Sugar

• Tomatoes, Vinegar, Garlic, Salt, Sugar

• Chili Peppers, Vinegar, Garlic, Salt, Sugar

Who is credited with creating the original Sriracha sauce in Thailand?

• Jerry Brown

• David Tran

• Tanam Chakapa

• Huy Fong

What was David Tran's initial motivation for making Sriracha in the US?

• To export to Thailand

• To compete with ketchup

• To provide a community service

• To start a business

Which magazine named Sriracha the 'Ingredient of the Year' in 2010?

• Gourmet

• Food & Wine

• Bon Appétit

• Time

What was the main complaint from residents near the Irwindale factory?

• Traffic congestion

• Noise pollution

• Water contamination

• Chili odor causing irritation

What action did the Irwindale city council take against the Sriracha factory?

• Relocated the factory

• Ordered a complete shutdown

• Declared the odor a public nuisance

• Imposed a fine

What caused the Sriracha shortages in 2020, 2022, and 2024?

• Weather conditions affecting jalapeno supply

• Increased demand

• Factory relocation

• New competitors in the market

What was the result of the legal dispute between Huy Fong Foods and Underwood Ranches?

• The case was dismissed

• Huy Fong Foods won the case

• Underwood Ranches won the case

• Both companies settled and Underwood started its own sauce

How did the change in pepper suppliers affect Huy Fong's Sriracha?

• It became sweeter

• It lost some of its heat

• It had no effect

• It became spicier

What is the Scoville heat unit range for Huy Fong's Sriracha?

• 10,000 to 20,000

• 100,000 to 200,000

• 30,000 to 50,000

• 1,000 to 2,500