🧾 What is it?
Tabasco chilli sauce 57 ml is an iconic hot sauce produced by the American company McIlhenny Co. It is a classic ‘hot sauce’ – a simple, fiery condiment made from chilli peppers and vinegar, used to season a wide variety of dishes.
🧪 Ingredients and allergens
Ingredients:
✔️ Distilled vinegar
✔️ Red chillies (approximately 19 %)
✔️ Salt
(The recipe is traditional – simple and free from added preservatives or sugar.)
Allergens:
✔️ The product is gluten-free and does not contain common allergens (check the label on the specific pack).
📊 Nutritional values (per 100 ml)
(approximate, based on manufacturer’s/retail data)
| Ingredient | Per 100 ml |
|---|---|
| Energy | ~67 kJ / 16 kcal |
| Fat | ~0.7 g |
| – of which saturated | ~0.2 g |
| Carbohydrates | ~1.6 g |
| – of which sugars | ~<0.1 g |
| Fibre | ~1.3 g |
| Protein | ~1 g |
| Salt | ~1.7–1.8 g |
Note: Tabasco is very low in calories and contains only small amounts of fat and carbohydrates.
🍴 Taste and use
✔️ Flavour: hot and spicy with a distinct vinegary base and chilli character — quite intense even in small quantities.
✔️ Texture: a liquid, free-flowing sauce.
Recommended uses:
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🌮 Tacos, burritos and Mexican dishes – add for extra heat
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🍳 Eggs and breakfast – with scrambled or fried eggs
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🍔 Burgers, sandwiches and hot dogs – as a spicy accompaniment
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🍲 Soups and risottos – a few drops to bring out the flavour
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🍗 Meat and fish – to season grilled and roasted dishes
📦 Storage
➡️ Once opened, keep in the fridge and use within 30–60 days for best flavour.
🧠 Summary
Tabasco Chilli Sauce 57 ml is a classic hot chilli sauce made from vinegar and chillies, with a simple recipe. It is gluten-free, vegan and low in calories, and makes a great addition to a wide range of dishes from breakfast to main courses — just a small amount is enough to add intense flavour and heat.
🔥 Tip: Tabasco is also excellent as an ingredient in spicy marinades, dips or sauces — combine it with honey and lemon for a sweet and spicy dip!
