
FAQs
Is sweet chilli sauce gluten-free?
Most sweet chilli sauces are gluten-free, made from chillies, sugar, vinegar, and garlic. However, some brands add soy sauce or modified starches containing gluten. Always check the label for "gluten-free" certification or review the ingredients list carefully if you have coeliac disease or gluten sensitivity. Premium brands typically list ingredients transparently.
How hot is Bitton's Chilli Sauce?
Bitton's Chilli Sauce delivers flavour before heat - it's designed to be enjoyed by everyone, not just heat seekers. There's a gentle warmth that builds gradually rather than overwhelming. Think aromatic and moreish rather than aggressively spicy. All the flavour, none of the burn, as promised. Perfect for those who want taste with controlled heat.
What dishes work best with Bitton's Chilli Sauce?
Perfect for grilled chicken, prawns, or calamari, as a dipping sauce for dumplings or spring rolls, stirred through stir-fries, drizzled over eggs, mixed into marinades, brushed on meat before barbecuing, added to mayo for gourmet burger sauce, or simply enjoyed with chips. It's incredibly versatile - keep a bottle handy in the kitchen.
Can you use chilli sauce as a marinade?
Yes, chilli sauce makes an excellent marinade base. Mix with oil, garlic, and citrus juice for chicken, prawns, or tofu. The sauce's vinegar and sugar help tenderise meat while adding flavour. Marinate for 30 minutes to overnight. It caramelises beautifully when grilled or roasted, creating a gorgeous glaze with balanced heat.
What's the difference between chilli sauce and hot sauce?
Chilli sauce typically has a thicker consistency with visible chilli pieces and balanced flavour - sweet, sour, and spicy. Hot sauce is thinner, more vinegar-forward, and focused primarily on heat. Chilli sauce is more versatile for cooking; hot sauce is typically a finishing condiment. Premium chilli sauce emphasises flavour complexity, not just capsaicin burn.